Description
A simple and gentle recipe for making bariatric-friendly gelatin, perfect for soothing and satisfying snacks after surgery.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin powder (about 1 packet)
- 1/2 cup cool water (for blooming)
- 1 cup hot water (not boiling)
- Optional: herbal tea, pinch of cinnamon or ginger, a little extra vanilla, a splash of fresh lemon
Instructions
- Add gelatin to a small bowl with cool water and let it sit for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
- Pour in hot water or herbal tea and stir until fully dissolved and clear.
- Divide the mixture into 3 small containers, pouring slowly to avoid bubbles.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours until firm.
- Serve chilled and enjoy in small bites, allowing the gentle texture to be the focus.
Notes
Experiment with different herbal tea flavors or spices to personalize your gelatin. For added flavor, try lemon or vanilla.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: gelatin, bariatric, healthy snack, low-sugar dessert