Description
This Strawberry Gelatin Dessert is a refreshing and delightful sweet treat combining fresh strawberries and luscious strawberry-flavored gelatin, topped with creamy whipped cream. Perfect for parties, family gatherings, or a light dessert, this recipe is easy to make and highlights the fresh, fruity flavors.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 package (3 oz) strawberry-flavored gelatin
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 cup whipped cream (or whipped topping)
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, based on the sweetness of strawberries)
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries: Hull and slice the fresh strawberries into bite-sized pieces. If desired, sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of sugar to enhance their sweetness and let them macerate while you prepare the gelatin.
- Dissolve the gelatin: In a medium bowl, pour 1 cup of boiling water over the strawberry-flavored gelatin powder. Stir thoroughly until the gelatin is completely dissolved, ensuring no granules remain.
- Add cold water: Pour 1 cup of cold water into the dissolved gelatin mixture and stir well to combine. This helps the gelatin cool down and sets properly.
- Combine strawberries with gelatin: Add the sliced strawberries (and any juices released from maceration) into the gelatin mixture. Gently stir to evenly distribute the fruit throughout the gelatin.
- Set the gelatin: Pour the gelatin and strawberry mixture into a serving dish or individual cups. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the gelatin is fully set and firm to the touch.
- Add whipped cream topping: Once the gelatin is set, top it with 1 cup of whipped cream or whipped topping, spreading it evenly over the surface for a creamy contrast.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally, decorate with fresh mint leaves on top of the whipped cream to add a touch of color and freshness before serving chilled.
Notes
- Adjust the sugar quantity based on the natural sweetness of the strawberries.
- For added texture, you can substitute some fresh strawberries with other berries like blueberries or raspberries.
- Ensure the gelatin is fully dissolved to avoid grainy texture.
- Refrigerate the dessert uncovered initially and cover it once the surface is no longer sticky to prevent condensation.
- This recipe works well for vegetarians if you use vegetarian-friendly gelatin alternatives.
