Sugar Free Licorice, Zero Sugar and Endless Flavors. WTF - Ep. 307

licorice extract

🥗Healthier: herbal extract

💰Cheaper: anise extract

Anise extract provides a similar flavor profile at a lower cost.

natural sweetener

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: erythritol

Erythritol is often cheaper and has a similar sweetness.

gelatin

🥗Healthier: agar-agar

💰Cheaper: pectin

Pectin is a plant-based alternative that can be less expensive.

food coloring

🥗Healthier: beet juice

💰Cheaper: turmeric

Turmeric is a natural colorant that can be more affordable.

Soak 20 sheets of platinum gelatin in water until it absorbs all the water.

Add the soaked gelatin directly to a saucepan.

Gently heat the gelatin on low to dissolve it, avoiding scorching.

Once the gelatin is liquid, add 150 grams of flour and mix well.

Add allulose to the mixture and stir until dissolved, ensuring there are no clumps.

Add red food coloring to achieve the desired color, using gel food coloring if preferred.

Incorporate a little bit of salt to enhance the flavors.

Add malic acid to the mixture to enhance the fruit flavor.

Once the mixture comes to a simmer, pour it into a mold and let it cool at room temperature for 30 minutes before refrigerating.

Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set, then remove from the mold and cut into desired shapes.

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