Description
Simple, foolproof method for blooming and dissolving gelatin powder—works for any recipe requiring unflavored gelatin, from desserts to wellness drinks.
Ingredients
¼ cup (60 ml) cold water
1 package (2½ tsp) unflavored gelatin powder
Instructions
1. Pour cold water into a small bowl.
2. Sprinkle gelatin evenly over the water surface. Do not stir.
3. Let sit undisturbed for 5-10 minutes until thick and spongy.
4. Heat gently over low stove heat or microwave in 10-second bursts until fully liquid.
5. Mix into your recipe immediately while still warm.
Notes
Never add gelatin to boiling liquid (above 212°F)
Initial blooming must be done in cold water
Gelatin never expires if stored in a cool, dry place
Use grass-fed gelatin for best health benefits
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Technique
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Universal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bloomed package
- Calories: 23
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg