Collagen Fruit Jellies (Printer-friendly)
Vibrant homemade jellies blending real fruit juice with collagen peptides for a healthy, protein-packed treat.
# What You Need:
→ Fruit Juice Base
01 - 1 cup pure fruit juice (orange, berry, or apple)
02 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
→ Collagen and Gelling
03 - 2 tablespoons high-quality collagen peptides powder
04 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup, adjusted to taste
05 - 2½ tablespoons (25 g) unflavored powdered gelatin
→ Optional Enhancements
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Sliced fresh berries or citrus zest for garnish
# How to Make It:
01 - Pour the fruit juice and lemon juice into a small saucepan. Sprinkle the powdered gelatin evenly across the surface and allow it to bloom for 3 to 5 minutes undisturbed.
02 - Place the saucepan over low heat and stir gently until the gelatin has fully dissolved. Do not allow the mixture to boil.
03 - Remove the saucepan from heat. Add the collagen peptides powder, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract if using. Stir until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
04 - Taste the mixture and adjust the sweetness level by adding more honey or maple syrup as needed.
05 - Pour the liquid mixture into silicone jelly molds or a parchment-lined, lightly oiled square baking dish.
06 - Place sliced fresh berries or a touch of citrus zest into each mold or across the surface of the baking dish if desired.
07 - Transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours or until the jellies are fully set and firm to the touch.
08 - Carefully remove the jellies from the silicone molds. If using a baking dish, cut into even squares with a knife. Serve chilled.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- They taste like gummy candies but are secretly good for your skin and joints.
- The whole thing comes together in under fifteen minutes of active work.
02 -
- If the gelatin boils, the jellies will not set and you will have sad fruit soup instead.
- Mixing citrus and berry juices in separate batches and layering them creates a stunning two toned effect.
03 -
- Spray your knife with a tiny bit of oil before cutting squares for perfectly clean edges.
- Collagen dissolves best when the liquid is warm but not hot, so add it after you remove the pan from heat.