White Christmas Terrazzo Terrine
Ingredients
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Colored Jelly Layers:
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1 packet (85g) Apple (Green) jelly crystals
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1 packet (85g) Watermelon (Light Red/Pink) jelly crystals
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1 packet (85g) Strawberry (Deep Red) jelly crystals
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750 ml (3 cups) boiling water (divided into 250ml per packet)
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White Cream Base:
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1 can (395g) sweetened condensed milk
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1 cup boiling water
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2 tbsp powdered gelatin (unflavored) dissolved in ¼ cup cold water
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The Crust & Top:
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1 packet plain rectangular biscuits (like Petit Beurre or Marie biscuits)
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Optional: Extra red jelly for the very top layer
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Instructions
1. Prepare the Colored “Terrazzo” Jewels
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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.
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Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until very firm.
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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
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In a medium bowl, sprinkle the unflavored gelatin over ¼ cup of cold water. Let it bloom for 5 minutes.
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Add 1 cup of boiling water to the gelatin and stir until completely dissolved.
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Stir in the entire can of sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
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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
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Line a loaf tin with plastic wrap, leaving plenty of overhang on the sides for easy removal.
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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.
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Place the chilled colored jelly cubes into the loaf tin, distributing the colors evenly.
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Pour the cooled white cream mixture over the cubes. Tap the tin gently on the counter to remove air bubbles.
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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
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Fold the plastic wrap over the biscuits and refrigerate for at least 6 hours (ideally overnight).
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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.