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Dr. Jennifer Ashton Gelatin Trick Recipe (New Version 2025)


  • Author: chef-joudia
  • Total Time: 120 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A warm and soothing gelatin recipe that combines herbal tea and lemon for a comforting experience.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 tablespoon gelatin
  • ½ cup hot water
  • ½ cup cold unsweetened herbal/green tea
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
  • A little extra vanilla (optional)
  • Fresh butter (for serving)
  • A tiny pinch of salt
  • 1 teaspoon honey (if sweetness is desired)

Instructions

  1. Sprinkle gelatin over 1–2 tablespoons cold water and let bloom for 1 minute.
  2. Add hot water and stir until fully dissolved.
  3. Stir in cold water or tea and add lemon juice if desired.
  4. Chill for 2–3 hours until lightly set, or drink warm immediately.
  5. Take 15–30 minutes before meals for best appetite-control benefits.

Notes

If you have leftovers, store in an airtight container in the fridge. To reheat, use a gentle method to maintain texture.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Chilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 30mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: gelatin, comfort food, family recipe, herbal tea, simple dessert