Homemade Jello Regular and Sugar Free
Create a fun and versatile dessert with this Homemade Jello recipe, including both regular and sugar-free options! This easy, customizable recipe uses simple pantry staples like unflavored gelatin and your favorite fruit juice or flavored liquid, delivering a vibrant, wobbly treat perfect for any occasion. Whether you opt for real sugar or a granulated sugar substitute, this recipe yields a naturally delicious dessert with no artificial flavors. Add a pop of freshness by folding in diced fruits, or dress it up with whipped cream for an elegant touch. Quick to prepare with just 10 minutes of hands-on time, this jello sets beautifully in the fridge, ready to delight kids and adults alike. Perfect for parties, snack time, or as a light, refreshing dessert, this Homemade Jello will quickly become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Unflavored gelatin powder
- 1 cup Cold water
- 2 cups Boiling water
- 1.5 cups Fruit juice or flavored liquid
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar (for regular)
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar substitute (for sugar-free)
- Optional: Fresh fruit or toppings
Instructions
In a medium-sized heatproof mixing bowl, add the unflavored gelatin powder and pour the cold water over it. Let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the gelatin to bloom.
While the gelatin is blooming, boil 2 cups of water in a kettle or saucepan.
Once the gelatin has bloomed, carefully pour the boiling water over the gelatin mixture. Stir continuously until the gelatin is fully dissolved.
Add your fruit juice or flavored liquid to the bowl and stir well to combine.
If making regular jello, stir in the granulated sugar until it is dissolved. If making sugar-free jello, stir in the granulated sugar substitute until dissolved.
Optional: If you'd like to add fresh fruit, ensure the fruit is cut into small pieces and has been patted dry. Gently fold the fruit into the liquid mixture.
Pour the jello mixture into a 9x9-inch glass dish or individual serving containers.
Carefully transfer the dish or containers to the refrigerator. Allow the jello to set for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
Once set, serve the jello as is or garnish with fresh fruit, whipped cream, or toppings of choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
676 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 51 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 272.7 g | 99% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 146.0 g | ||
| Protein | 16.5 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 46 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 785 mg | 17% | |
*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.
