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Red and Yellow Healthier Gelatin Dessert
Rocco Fuhrman

Healthier Gelatin Dessert: A Natural & Delicious Alternative to Jell-O

This recipe offers a natural and delicious alternative to traditional gelatin desserts, using fruit puree or juice with gelatin and an optional sweetener like honey. It's a simple and refreshing treat perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, International
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 cups fruit puree or juice
  • 1 Tbsp. gelatin
  • honey (optional, to taste)

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Saucepan
  • serving dishes

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Soften 1 Tbsp. gelatin in approximately 3 Tbsp. of cold water, or a small portion of cold fruit puree or juice, for about 5-10 minutes.
  2. If using fruit puree, blend fruits until smooth to yield 2 cups, adjusting thickness with liquid or straining seeds as needed.
  3. Heat 1 cup of the fruit puree or ¾ cup of the juice in a saucepan over low to medium heat.
  4. Add the softened gelatin to the warm liquid in the saucepan and stir continuously until the gelatin is completely dissolved.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat, then stir in the remaining cold fruit puree or juice until well incorporated. Taste for sweetness and add honey or another sweetener if desired.
  6. Pour the mixture into your chosen serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2-4 hours, or until the gelatin is fully set.

Notes

Refrigerate the mixture for at least 2-4 hours, or until fully set. Adjust sweetness to your liking with honey, maple syrup, or another natural sweetener.