Description
A simple, adaptable dessert for post-bariatric recovery, providing hydration and gentle nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fruit juice (e.g., apple, cranberry, or grape)
- 1 tablespoon powdered gelatin or beef gelatin
- 1 tablespoon sweetener (optional, adjust to taste)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, heat the fruit juice over medium heat until it is warm but not boiling.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle the gelatin over the juice. Stir until the gelatin is fully dissolved.
- If using a sweetener, add it and mix well.
- Pour the mixture into a mold or dish and refrigerate until set, about 120-240 minutes.
- Once set, cut into cubes or serve as desired.
Notes
Store set gelatin in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days. For freezing, expect a slightly changed texture after thawing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7.5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1.8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg