White Christmas Terrazzo Terrine

White Christmas Terrazzo Terrine

Ingredients

  • Colored Jelly Layers:

    • 1 packet (85g) Apple (Green) jelly crystals

    • 1 packet (85g) Watermelon (Light Red/Pink) jelly crystals

    • 1 packet (85g) Strawberry (Deep Red) jelly crystals

    • 750 ml (3 cups) boiling water (divided into 250ml per packet)

  • White Cream Base:

    • 1 can (395g) sweetened condensed milk

    • 1 cup boiling water

    • 2 tbsp powdered gelatin (unflavored) dissolved in ¼ cup cold water

  • The Crust & Top:

    • 1 packet plain rectangular biscuits (like Petit Beurre or Marie biscuits)

    • Optional: Extra red jelly for the very top layer


Instructions

1. Prepare the Colored “Terrazzo” Jewels

  • In three separate square containers, dissolve each packet of flavored jelly crystals (Apple, Watermelon, and Strawberry) with 1 cup (250ml) of boiling water each. Using less water than the box instructions ensures the jelly is firm enough to handle.

  • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until very firm.

  • Once set, cut the jellies into small, uneven cubes. Mix them gently in a bowl and keep them chilled until needed.

2. Prepare the White Cream Mixture

  • In a medium bowl, sprinkle the unflavored gelatin over ¼ cup of cold water. Let it bloom for 5 minutes.

  • Add 1 cup of boiling water to the gelatin and stir until completely dissolved.

  • Stir in the entire can of sweetened condensed milk until smooth.

  • Crucial Step: Let this mixture cool to room temperature. If it is too hot, it will melt your colored jelly cubes.

3. Assemble the Terrine

  • Line a loaf tin with plastic wrap, leaving plenty of overhang on the sides for easy removal.

  • If you want the red top shown in the photo, pour a thin layer of liquid red jelly into the bottom of the tin first and let it set.

  • Place the chilled colored jelly cubes into the loaf tin, distributing the colors evenly.

  • Pour the cooled white cream mixture over the cubes. Tap the tin gently on the counter to remove air bubbles.

  • The Base: Arrange a single layer of biscuits over the top of the cream mixture. These will become the bottom crust once the cake is flipped.

4. Set and Serve

  • Fold the plastic wrap over the biscuits and refrigerate for at least 6 hours (ideally overnight).

  • To serve, peel back the wrap, place a platter over the tin, and flip. Gently lift the tin and remove the plastic wrap to reveal the “terrazzo” effect.

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