Foreword: In the hot summer, a bite of cool fruit jelly can bring you full of refreshment and happiness. Homemade fruit jelly is not only easy to make, but you can choose your favorite fruit according to your taste and let the taste of summer bloom to the fullest.The main ingredients for making fruit jelly include fresh fruit, gelatin powder, granulated sugar and water. The choice of fresh fruits is crucial, and fruits of good quality and good taste should be chosen, such as strawberries, blueberries, mangoes, bananas, etc.
Gelatin powder is a kind of food additive, which is used to increase the coagulation of jelly. Granulated sugar can be selected according to personal taste, caster sugar or rock sugar. The preparation of tools includes pots, mixing spoons, molds, etc., and it is recommended to choose heat-resistant and easy-to-clean materials. In addition, to facilitate mold release, a thin layer of cooking oil can be applied inside the mold.
1.First, wash the fresh fruit, remove the skin and core, and then puree the pulp in a blender. In order to ensure the color and texture of the jelly, pick your favorite fruit. If you want to make colorless jelly, choose light-colored ones such as strawberries and mangoes; If you don't want the jelly to be too colorful, choose different colors of fruit to match.
2.Add an appropriate amount of water and granulated sugar to the pot, simmer over low heat until the granulated sugar is completely melted, add gelatin powder and stir well. During this process, the spatula should be kept stirring constantly to prevent the gelatin powder from clumping. Also, pay attention to the heat and avoid burning the sugar water.
3.Put the puree in a pot, mix with the sugar water and gelatin, and simmer over low heat until the liquid thickens. At this time, you can taste it to see if the sweetness is appropriate. If you feel that it is too light, add some sugar water to adjust it.
4.Once the heat is off, pour the jelly liquid into a mold and refrigerate it for several hours until it solidifies. In order to make the surface of the jelly smooth, a thin layer of cooking oil can be applied inside the mold to facilitate the release of the mold.
5.After removal, soak the bottom of the mold in warm water, pour out the jelly, cut into pieces and serve. You can eat jelly with yogurt, ice cream or juice according to your taste, which will be more delicious.
Fruit jelly not only has a refreshing taste, but is also rich in vitamins and fiber from the fruit itself, which helps to promote digestion and strengthen immunity. At the same time, homemade fruit jelly can avoid adding too much sugar and preservatives, making it healthier and safer.
In addition, the production process of fruit jelly is simple and easy to operate, which is suitable for family gatherings, parent-child activities and other occasionsLet people enjoy the food while feeling the joy of making.
1.Jelly mix-and-match method: It is to put all kinds of fruit jelly together to make a special feeling. For example, strawberry jelly and mango jelly together, blueberry jelly and banana jelly together.
2.Jelly drinks:Pair fruit jelly with juice, yogurt, ice cream, and more to create a delicious jelly drink. For example, strawberry jelly with milk, mango jelly with coconut milk, etc.
3.Jelly garnish: Cut the fruit jelly into small piecesIt is used to decorate cakes, desserts and other foods to increase appetite.
4.Jelly gift box: Wrap homemade fruit jelly into a beautiful gift boxAs a gift for holidays, birthdays and other occasions, it is unique.
Depending on the availability of fruits in different seasons, you can choose fresh fruits of the season to make jelly. For example, strawberries and cherries can be used in spring; In summer, mangoes, peaches, etc. can be used; In autumn, you can choose apples, oranges, etc.; In winter, strawberries and bananas can be used. This not only ensures the freshness of the fruit, but also makes the jelly taste richer.
According to the health needs of different groups of people, the combination of fruit jelly can be adjusted. For example, children can choose fruits rich in vitamin C, such as strawberries, oranges, etc.; The elderly can choose fruits rich in antioxidants, such as blueberries, mangoes, etc.; Diabetics can choose low-sugar fruits, such as apples and grapefruits. This makes the fruit jelly more nutritious and suitable for more people.
Conclusion: Making fruit jelly is not only a kind of food enjoyment, but also a kind of life interest. Through the diversification of material selection, production and collocation, jelly becomes the highlight of the family table and adds color to life. Let's get creative and use fruit jelly to convey the charm of food and share the joy of health.