Dou hua 豆花

Craving Douhua (also known as Dau Fu Fa)? This traditional Chinese tofu dessert is made from silky smooth tofu and is the perfect comfort food for anyone with a sweet tooth. Recently, I had an intense craving for it, and it instantly brought back childhood memories of a local housewife riding her bike with a wooden bucket filled with freshly made Douhua. She’d call out “Douhua, Douhua…,” and we’d all rush out for our warm afternoon treat, served with either a light sweet syrup or the rich, caramel goodness of palm sugar syrup (gula melaka). Both versions are absolutely delicious, and for me, they evoke a real sense of nostalgia!

Now, if you’re wondering how to make Douhua at home without all the fuss, I’ve got just the solution. I’ve got an easy Douhua recipe – a real time-saver! It was passed down from my sister’s mother-in-law, and this “cheat” version skips the long traditional method while still delivering that authentic, melt-in-the-mouth texture. No special equipment, no complicated steps – just a simple recipe you can whip up whenever that Douhua craving strikes.

So, if you’re searching for the best Douhua recipe, or want to learn how to make Dau Fu Fa in a quick and fuss-free way, this one is perfect for you. It’s ideal for those days when you need a little bowl of comfort, with that classic Chinese tofu dessert charm. Give it a try today and indulge in the simple joy of homemade Douhua!

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Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Yield: 6-8

Ingredients:

450ml water

8g agar-agar

500ml soya milk

170ml evaporated milk

Method:

1. In a saucepan under low-medium heat, bring water and agar-agar to the boil until the agar-agar dissolves in the water. In another saucepan under low-medium heat, add the soya milk and evaporated milk and bring to the boil.

2. Strain both into a big bowl.

3. Divide equal amount into ramekins.

4. Leave them for about 20-25 mins to set.

5. Serve with clear sweet syrup or palm sugar syrup (recommended).