Watermelon Berry Jelly | Watermelon Jelly Recipe

pectin

🥗Healthier: agar-agar

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Agar-agar is plant-based and works similarly in jellies.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor.

mixed berries

🥗Healthier: blueberries

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed berries

Frozen berries are often more affordable and just as tasty.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: citric acid

Citric acid provides acidity without the cost of fresh lemons.

Bring 5 cups water to a boil.

Pour 1 cup of water into a bowl, add gelatin, mix and let stand for 1 minute.

Add hot water to softened gelatin, stir until completely dissolved, then set aside to cool.

Wash and pat dry the watermelon.

Cut off one end of the watermelon and scoop out the flesh and juice.

Rinse all berries and put them into a large bowl.

Mix all berries together.

Place the watermelon shell in a bowl to keep it steady.

Fill the watermelon shell with mixed berries.

Pour the cool gelatin water mixture into the watermelon shell over the berries.

Shake the watermelon with hands to get rid of air bubbles.

Place the watermelon into the fridge overnight, or for at least 6 hours.

Cut the watermelon lengthwise and then into desired slices.

Serve and enjoy.

Cooking Techniques

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