Creamy Milk & Fruit Terrine (Agar-Agar Dessert)

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Setting Time: 2–3 hours
Servings: 6–8 slices

This colorful terrine is a light, refreshing dessert made with fresh fruit and creamy milk, set naturally with agar-agar. Each slice looks like stained glass and tastes cool, smooth, and fruity.

 Ingredients

 Fruit Layer

• 2–3 tangerines, peeled and separated

• 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced

• 1–2 persimmons, peeled and sliced

• ½ grapefruit, peeled and segmented (white pith removed)

• 1 apple, cored and finely chopped

• 1 banana, sliced

 Milk Layer

• 500 ml (2 cups) milk

• 3–4 tablespoons sugar or honey (adjust to taste)

• 8 g agar-agar powder

• 50 ml water (to dissolve agar)

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

 Step-by-Step Instructions

 Step 1: Prepare the Fruit

1. Wash, peel, and slice all fruits as listed.

2. Arrange the fruit evenly inside a rectangular glass dish or silicone loaf mold.

3. Mix colors and shapes for a bright, mosaic look in every slice.

 Step 2: Dissolve the Agar-Agar

1. In a small bowl, combine agar-agar powder and water.

2. Stir until smooth and lump-free.

3. Let it sit for 1 minute.

 Step 3: Heat the Milk Mixture

1. Pour milk and sugar (or honey) into a saucepan.

2. Heat gently over medium heat until warm.

3. Add the agar mixture to the milk and stir well.

 Step 4: Activate the Agar-Agar

1. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil while stirring continuously.

2. Let it boil for 1–2 minutes to fully activate the agar.

3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.

 Step 5: Assemble the Terrine

1. Let the milk mixture cool for 3–5 minutes (it must remain liquid).

2. Slowly pour over the arranged fruit.

3. Use a spoon to gently press down floating fruit so everything stays covered.

 Step 6: Set and Chill

1. Allow the dish to cool at room temperature until it begins to firm.

2. Transfer to the refrigerator for 2–3 hours until fully set and chilled.

 Step 7: Serve

1. Run a thin knife around the edges of the dish.

2. Turn out onto a serving plate.

3. Slice and serve chilled.

 Helpful Tips

 Use firm fruit for clean slices
 Adjust sweetness to taste
 Coconut milk can replace regular milk
 Add a little citrus zest for extra aroma
 Best served cold