Easy Watermelon Jelly
Brighten up your breakfast table or dessert spread with this Easy Watermelon Jelly—a sweet, refreshing treat that captures the essence of summer in every spoonful! Made with just five simple ingredients, including fresh watermelon juice, a hint of lemon, and unflavored gelatin, this no-fuss recipe combines quick prep (just 10 minutes!) with deliciously vibrant results. The natural sweetness of watermelon shines through, while the touch of lemon juice adds a zesty balance. Perfectly spreadable and ideal for pairing with toast, biscuits, or even as a glaze for desserts, this homemade jelly is a delightful way to preserve the sunny flavors of the season. Kid-friendly, versatile, and irresistibly fruity, this watermelon jelly is your next go-to recipe for effortless homemade goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Fresh watermelon (seedless or seeds removed)
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Powdered unflavored gelatin
- 0.25 cup Water
Instructions
Cut the watermelon into chunks and remove any seeds if necessary.
Blend the watermelon chunks in a blender until smooth, then strain the juice through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl to remove pulp. You should have approximately 4 cups of watermelon juice.
In a medium saucepan, combine the watermelon juice, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is completely dissolved. Do not boil.
In a small bowl, combine the powdered gelatin with 1/4 cup of water. Let it sit for 5 minutes to bloom.
Add the bloomed gelatin to the warm watermelon mixture in the saucepan. Stir continuously until the gelatin is fully dissolved.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool slightly, about 5-10 minutes.
Pour the jelly mixture into clean jars or containers. Allow it to come to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
Serve the watermelon jelly on toast, biscuits, or as a sweet topping for desserts.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1120 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.3 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 48 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 274.6 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 259.5 g | ||
| Protein | 21.2 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 68 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1096 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
