Homemade Watermelon Jelly | No Gelatin | No Agar Agar | How to make Perfect jelly at Home

pectin

🥗Healthier: agar-agar

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Agar-agar is plant-based, while cornstarch is more accessible.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey adds natural sweetness with fewer calories.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: citric acid

Lime juice provides a similar tartness.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla bean enhances flavor naturally.

Puree watermelon in a blender until smooth.

Strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve to remove pulp.

Measure the strained juice and pour it into a pot.

Add sugar and lemon juice to the pot with watermelon juice.

Sprinkle pectin over the mixture and stir to combine.

Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.

Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes.

Remove from heat and skim off any foam from the surface.

Pour into sterilized jars while hot, leaving some headspace.

Seal jars with lids and allow to cool at room temperature.

Refrigerate for at least 4 hours to set.

Serve chilled as a dessert or spread.

Cooking Techniques

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