Here’s a detailed recipe for Creamy Fruit Jelly, a sweet and smooth dessert that’s fruity, creamy, and perfect for all ages.
Creamy Fruit Jelly Recipe
Ingredients
(Serves 4–6)
Fruit Jelly Layer:
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1 cup fruit juice (orange, mango, mixed berry, or any fruit juice you like)
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2 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste, depending on the sweetness of the juice)
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1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin or agar-agar powder
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2 tablespoons cold water
Creamy Layer:
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1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
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1/4 cup condensed milk (or sweetened cream for less sweet version)
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1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin or agar-agar powder
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2 tablespoons cold water
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Optional: 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish (Optional):
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Fresh fruit pieces
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Chopped nuts
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Mint leaves
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Jelly Layer
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In a small bowl, sprinkle 1 teaspoon gelatin over 2 tablespoons cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
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In a small saucepan, heat the fruit juice with sugar over low heat.
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Once warm (do not boil), add the bloomed gelatin and stir until completely dissolved.
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Pour the mixture into serving cups or molds and refrigerate for 30–40 minutes, or until set.
Step 2: Prepare the Creamy Layer
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Bloom the second 1 teaspoon gelatin in 2 tablespoons cold water for 5 minutes.
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In a small saucepan, heat the milk gently (do not boil).
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Add condensed milk and stir until combined.
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Remove from heat, add bloomed gelatin, and stir until dissolved. Add vanilla extract if using.
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Once slightly cooled, gently pour the creamy mixture over the set jelly layer.
Step 3: Set the Creamy Layer
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Refrigerate for another 1–2 hours, until the creamy layer is firm.
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Optional: Garnish with fresh fruit pieces, nuts, or mint leaves before serving.
Tips for Perfect Creamy Fruit Jelly
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Layer separation: Make sure the jelly layer is fully set before adding the creamy layer to avoid mixing.
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Flavor variations: Try using strawberry, mango, orange, or mixed berry juice for different flavors.
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Vegan option: Replace gelatin with agar-agar powder (check package for equivalent quantity).