Watermelon Jelly
Capture the essence of summer with this refreshing and vibrant Watermelon Jelly, a simple yet elegant dessert that’s perfect for hot days and family gatherings. Made with freshly blended watermelon juice, a touch of lemon for tangy brightness, and sweetened just right with granulated sugar, this jelly is a light, fruity treat that delights the senses. The unflavored gelatin creates a smooth, delicate texture, while an optional garnish of fresh mint leaves adds a refreshing burst of flavor and visual charm. Ready in just 20 minutes of hands-on time and requiring only a handful of pantry staples, this chilled watermelon jelly is easy to prepare yet beautifully impressive. Serve it as a light dessert, and watch it shine as the star of your table! Whether you’re hosting a summer BBQ or just looking for a cooling snack, this watermelon jelly recipe is a must-try for a refreshing twist on classic gelatin desserts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups (cubed) Fresh watermelon
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 packets (about 4 1/2 teaspoons) Unflavored gelatin
- 0.5 cups Cold water
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 4 leaves Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Cut the watermelon into cubes and remove any seeds. Blend the watermelon in a blender until smooth to make about 3 cups of watermelon juice.
Strain the watermelon puree through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl to remove the pulp, leaving just the juice.
In a small bowl, combine the unflavored gelatin with the cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes to bloom.
In a small saucepan over low heat, add the bloomed gelatin and stir until completely dissolved. Do not boil.
Stir the gelatin mixture into the watermelon juice, along with the granulated sugar and lemon juice. Mix until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Pour the mixture into a large mold or individual serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.
Once set, garnish the jelly with mint leaves if using, and serve chilled. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
600 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 61 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.9 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 125.8 g | ||
| Protein | 25.7 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 38 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 497 mg | 11% | |
*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.
