How to Make Easy Jelly Cakes

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Dissolve the jelly crystals.

   In separate bowls, add the jelly crystals to 250mls of boiling water.
   
   Allow to cool.
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   Step 2: Put 2 cups of the coconut into a plastic bag.

   Add 4 drops of the red food colouring and tie or seal the bag at the top. ,, Pour each packet into separate bowls, ready for dipping. , Dip each sponge finger into the jelly mixture of choice (one red, one green is a good method to follow).
   
   Roll the dipped sponge finger in the appropriate colour matching the jelly. ,, The jelly cakes will be ready in an hour.
   
   If you make them well ahead of the party, store in an airtight container in a cool place, or even in the refrigerator.
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   Step 3: Repeat this for the remaining cups of coconut and the green food colouring.

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   Step 4: Shake the coconut up and down and rub together gently to infuse the colouring through the coconut.

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   Step 5: Remove the sponge fingers from the packaging.

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   Step 6: Put each jelly cake onto a wire rack to set.

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   Step 7: Serve.

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