Pear Lime Gelatin
Delight your taste buds with this refreshing Pear Lime Gelatin, a light and fruity dessert that pairs the natural sweetness of ripe pears with the zesty tang of lime. This easy-to-make recipe combines fresh lime juice, aromatic lime zest, and smooth vanilla extract, creating a harmonious blend that’s both invigorating and satisfying. The gentle addition of unflavored gelatin ensures a silky, melt-in-your-mouth texture, while the optional mint garnish adds a burst of fresh flavor and visual flair. Perfect for warm-weather gatherings or a chilled treat after dinner, this gelatin dessert is stunningly simple and irresistibly delicious. Plus, it’s an elegant way to showcase the seasonal shine of pears.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole ripe pears
- 0.25 cup lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 2.5 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
- 0.5 cup water
- 0.25 cup cold water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- as needed mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel, core, and chop the ripe pears into small cubes.
In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped pears, lime juice, lime zest, and granulated sugar. Cook over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pears are soft and the sugar dissolves.
Remove from heat and allow the pear mixture to cool slightly. Once cooled, blend it into a smooth puree using a blender or an immersion blender.
In a small bowl, sprinkle the unflavored gelatin over 0.25 cup of cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes to bloom.
In a separate saucepan, heat 0.5 cup of water over low heat. Stir in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved.
Combine the gelatin mixture with the pear puree, stirring well to ensure everything is evenly mixed. Add the vanilla extract and stir again.
Pour the mixture into individual serving dishes or a gelatin mold of your choice. Smooth the surface if needed.
Refrigerate the gelatin for at least 4 hours or until fully set.
Once set, garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired, and serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
840 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.3 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 30 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 214.4 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.7 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 169.7 g | ||
| Protein | 9.3 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 95 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 920 mg | 20% | |
*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.
