Ruby Red Jellies
Brighten your dessert table with these dazzling Ruby Red Jellies, a homemade candy that pairs the tangy sweetness of fresh ruby red grapefruit juice with a soft, chewy texture. Perfectly balanced between sweet and tart, these jellies are gently infused with luscious citrus flavor, accented by the option of a vibrant red hue for an extra visual pop. Crafted with simple ingredients like unflavored gelatin, light corn syrup, and sugar, this recipe takes just 30 minutes of active time and requires no special equipment beyond a candy thermometer. Once set, the jellies are coated in a glittering layer of sugar for a delightful crunch on the outside and a juicy burst of flavor inside. These elegant treats make a wonderful edible gift, party favor, or snack to savor at home—and best of all, they stay fresh in an airtight container for up to a week. Get ready to impress with these irresistible grapefruit confections!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Fresh ruby red grapefruit juice
- 1.25 cups Granulated sugar
- 3 packets Unflavored gelatin powder
- 0.5 cups Light corn syrup
- 0.5 cups Water
- 3 drops Red food coloring (optional)
- 0.5 cups Sugar (for coating)
Instructions
Prepare a 9x9-inch square pan by lightly greasing it and lining it with parchment paper. Leave some overhang on the sides for easy removal later.
In a medium mixing bowl, sprinkle the gelatin evenly over 0.5 cups of the ruby red grapefruit juice. Let it bloom for about 5 minutes while you prepare the sugar syrup.
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, corn syrup, water, and the remaining 1 cup of grapefruit juice. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
Use a candy thermometer clipped to the side of the saucepan to monitor the mixture’s temperature. Bring the mixture to a boil, and let it cook without stirring until it reaches 240°F (soft-ball stage).
Remove the saucepan from the heat and carefully stir in the bloomed gelatin mixture. If desired, add 3 drops of red food coloring to enhance the jelly’s color. Stir until the gelatin is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
Pour the jelly mixture into your prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Let it sit at room temperature for at least 4 hours or until fully set. For best results, refrigerate it for an additional hour.
Once the jellies have set, carefully lift them out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Use a sharp knife or small cookie cutters to cut the jelly into squares or desired shapes.
Pour the sugar for coating into a shallow dish. Roll each piece of jelly in the sugar to coat all sides. Shake off any excess.
Store the Ruby Red Jellies in an airtight container, with parchment paper between layers, at room temperature for up to 1 week. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1967 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 59 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 490.1 g | 178% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 487.1 g | ||
| Protein | 20.2 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 38 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 605 mg | 13% | |
*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.
