Vegan Jelly with Agar-Agar
A delightful, plant-based alternative to traditional gelatin, this vegan jelly is made with agar-agar, offering a smooth and wobbly texture that’s perfect for hot days or a guilt-free snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 180 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons agar-agar powder
- 2 cups water (or coconut water)
- 1 cup fruit juice or puree (your favorite flavor)
- Sweetener (optional, e.g., agave or maple syrup)
- Flavor extracts (optional, e.g., vanilla or almond extract)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by gathering all items and measuring cups.
- In a saucepan, combine 2 cups of water with 2 tablespoons of agar-agar powder and stir well to avoid clumps.
- Heat over medium heat while stirring continuously, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat and add the fruit juice, stirring for 2-3 minutes until fully mixed.
- Add sweetener to taste if desired, adjusting sweetness as needed.
- Pour the mixture into jelly molds or small cups, ensuring no bubbles are trapped.
- Refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours or until fully set.
Notes
Ensure agar-agar is fully dissolved to avoid clumps, and taste before chilling to adjust sweetness. Can be made 2-3 days in advance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vegan jelly, agar-agar, healthy dessert, low-calorie snack, weight loss treat
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