Vegan Fruit Jello Cups
Delight in the natural sweetness of these Vegan Fruit Jello Cups, a refreshing and healthy dessert perfect for any occasion! Made with vibrant fresh fruit, clear apple juice, and plant-based agar-agar powder, this recipe delivers a light, wobbly treat that's as fun to eat as it is to make. Unlike traditional gelatin, agar-agar is entirely vegan, offering a cruelty-free alternative without compromising on that classic jello texture. With just 10 minutes of prep and endless customization options—think mango, kiwi, berries, or grapes—these jello cups are a kid-friendly favorite and a colorful addition to your dessert table. Sweetened naturally or with a touch of maple syrup, they’re the perfect guilt-free indulgence. Serve them chilled for a dazzling, fruity finale to any meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh fruit (e.g., berries, mango, kiwi, or grapes)
- 2 cups Apple juice (or any clear juice of choice)
- 1 cup Water
- 2 teaspoons Agar-agar powder
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)
Instructions
Wash and chop the fresh fruit into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the apple juice, water, and agar-agar powder. Stir well to dissolve.
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it comes to a gentle boil. Allow it to boil for about 1-2 minutes to fully activate the agar-agar.
If desired, add the maple syrup to the mixture for extra sweetness. Stir well and then remove from heat.
Arrange the chopped fruit evenly into 4 small cups or bowls, filling them about halfway full.
Carefully pour the hot liquid mixture over the fruit in each cup, covering the fruit completely.
Allow the cups to cool at room temperature for about 15 minutes, then transfer them to the refrigerator to set for at least 1 hour.
Once the jello has fully set, serve the vegan fruit jello cups chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
552 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.2 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 40 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.8 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 113.9 g | ||
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 130 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1331 mg | 28% | |
*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.
