Traditional Cranberry Kisielius (Kissel)

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: potato starch

Arrowroot powder is a natural thickener that is gluten-free.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla bean provides a more intense flavor.

cinnamon

🥗Healthier: nutmeg

💰Cheaper: allspice

Nutmeg offers a warm spice alternative.

Measure out 1.5 liters of water and add 25 grams of sugar, then bring to a boil.

Once boiling, turn off the heat and strain the mixture into a bowl using a strainer.

Add 0.5 liters of frozen cranberries to the strained water and press them against the bottom to extract juice.

After pressing, discard the solids left in the strainer.

Mix 15 grams of cornstarch with a small amount of water to create a slurry.

Gently heat the cranberry juice mixture and add the cornstarch slurry, stirring until it thickens without boiling.

Once thickened, remove from heat and serve in cups for tasting.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary