Hawthorn
Hawthorn Cake
This homemade hawthorn cake is a delightful and refreshing treat, blending the tangy sweetness of fresh hawthorn with the smooth texture of agar for a naturally jellied dessert. The recipe starts with simmering hawthorn and agar until tender, then mashing the fruit into a luscious pulp infused with rock sugar for a perfectly balanced sweetness. Slowly simmered to enhance the flavors, the mixture is poured into molds and chilled until firm, creating a vibrant, velvety cake that’s both light and satisfying. With just three simple ingredients—hawthorn, agar, and rock sugar—this dessert is a healthy yet indulgent option, free from artificial additives. Its bright, fruity taste and smooth, jelly-like consistency make it a standout dish for any occasion. Enjoy this traditional treat as a snack, dessert, or even a palate-cleansing finish to a meal!
Honey Glazed Hawthorn
This delightful hawthorn jelly recipe is a sweet and tangy treat that’s simple to make yet bursting with flavor. Fresh hawthorn is soaked, deseeded, and cooked down with sugar to create a luscious, glossy paste that sets into a perfect jelly. The natural tartness of hawthorn balances beautifully with the sweetness of sugar, making each bite irresistible. With just three ingredients—hawthorn, water, and sugar—this recipe transforms humble fruit into a refreshing, chewy dessert. The key is slow cooking the mixture until it thickens into a rich paste, then freezing it for a satisfying gel-like texture. Cut into bite-sized squares, this homemade hawthorn jelly is a nostalgic favorite, ideal for snacking or gifting. Quick to prepare and utterly delicious, it’s a must-try for anyone who loves fruity, lightly sweetened treats with a unique twist!