Coffee Jelly recipe

1 envelope unflavored gelatine*
1/4 cup cold water
1 3/4 cups strong, hot coffee
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Whipped cream
Finely ground coffee (optional)

* For a firmer jelly, use 1 1/2 envelopes unflavored gelatine.

Soften gelatine in cold water. Add coffee and stir until gelatine is dissolved. Stir in sugar, salt and vanilla extract. Pour into 8 x 4-inch loaf dish and chill until firm.

Cut into cubes and spoon into small dessert glasses. Top with whipped cream and sprinkle with finely ground coffee.

Yields 3 to 4 servings.