Classic Pink Strawberry Gelatin
A light and refreshing dessert made primarily from strawberry puree and gelatin, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings without the guilt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 180 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low-Calorie, Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh strawberries (or frozen, thawed and drained)
- 2 packets (about 4 teaspoons) gelatin
- 2–4 tablespoons sugar (or substitute with honey, maple syrup, or sugar-free alternative)
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup cold water (for blooming gelatin)
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: Wash and hull the strawberries, then puree them until smooth.
- Heat the Mixture: Combine the strawberry puree with 1 cup of water and 2-4 tablespoons of sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until warm and sugar dissolves.
- Dissolve the Gelatin: Sprinkle gelatin over 1/4 cup of cold water in a separate bowl and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Combine: Add the bloomed gelatin to the warm strawberry mixture and stir until completely dissolved.
- Cool and Set: Pour the mixture into a mold and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or until set.
- Serve: Once set, remove from the mold and serve plain or with whipped cream.
Notes
For a firmer texture, increase the gelatin by half a packet. This dessert can be prepped ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: strawberry gelatin, low-calorie dessert, fruity dessert, healthy snacks