Your Jell-O Isn't Setting? Here's Why

gelatin

🥗Healthier: agar-agar

💰Cheaper: gelatin powder

Agar-agar is plant-based and suitable for vegans.

whipped cream

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: whipped topping

Coconut cream adds richness with fewer calories.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: sugar substitute

Honey offers natural sweetness with a unique flavor.

fruit juice

🥗Healthier: fresh fruit puree

💰Cheaper: store-bought juice

Fresh puree enhances flavor and nutrition.

Boil water on high until it reaches a rapid boil.

Open the Jell-O mix box and pour the powder into a large bowl.

Measure and add 2 cups of boiling water to the Jell-O powder.

Whisk the mixture until the powder is fully dissolved.

Measure and add 2 cups of cold water to the dissolved Jell-O mixture.

Stir the mixture to combine well.

Pour the Jell-O mixture into a square pan.

Place the pan in the refrigerator to set for a few hours or until firm.

Once set, use a sharp knife to cut the Jell-O into blocks for finger food.

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