Description
A simple and healthy homemade jello recipe using natural fruit juice, unflavored beef gelatin, and a touch of honey. This dairy-free, gluten-free, and paleo-approved gelatin is a delightful treat for all ages without artificial dyes or additives.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups juice (any natural fruit juice)
- 2 tablespoons unflavored beef gelatin (such as Vital Proteins or Great Lakes)
- 2 tablespoons honey (or agave, or cane sugar, optional)
Instructions
- Bloom The Gelatin: Pour 1/2 cup of the juice into a liquid measuring cup or small bowl. Sprinkle the gelatin powder evenly over the juice and stir to combine. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until the gelatin thickens and becomes very thick and grainy in texture.
- Heat The Remaining Juice: While the gelatin blooms, pour the remaining 3 1/2 cups of juice into a medium saucepan. Heat over medium-high heat until the juice is steaming hot but not boiling or simmering.
- Melt The Bloomed Gelatin: Add the honey or your preferred sweetener to the hot juice. Then add the bloomed gelatin and stir thoroughly until the gelatin is completely dissolved. This ensures a smooth texture.
- Set: Pour the gelatin mixture into a 2-quart ceramic pan or any heat-proof container (such as 8x8, 9x9, or 11x7 inch). Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 3 to 4 hours, or until fully set.
- Serve & Store: Once set, enjoy the jello immediately or store it in the refrigerator. For the best texture and flavor, consume within 4 to 5 days, although it remains safe to eat for up to 7 to 10 days.
Notes
- Use natural fruit juice without added sugars or preservatives for the best flavor.
- Do not substitute beef gelatin with collagen or protein powder as it won’t set properly.
- Honey or other natural sweeteners are optional but add a nice balance to tart juices.
- This recipe is dairy free, gluten free, and paleo approved.
- Storage in an airtight container helps maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 0.5 cup
- Calories: 84 kcal
- Sugar: 4.3 g
- Sodium: 38.7 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15.8 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
