Description
Indulge in the delightful citrusy-sweet flavor of Dreamsicle Jelly, a homemade treat bursting with orange and vanilla essence. Perfect for spreading on toast or using as a cake filling.
Ingredients
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Jelly:
- 2 cups orange juice (preferably fresh)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 (3 oz) package orange gelatin (Jell-O)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 (1.75 oz) package powdered fruit pectin
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Prepare Jelly Mixture: In a medium saucepan, combine orange juice, orange zest, lemon juice, and water. Sprinkle powdered pectin over the mixture and stir well. Bring to a boil.
- Add Sugar: Stir in granulated sugar until dissolved, then return to a boil and cook for 1 minute.
- Incorporate Gelatin: Remove from heat, add orange gelatin and vanilla extract, stirring until smooth. Skim off any foam.
- Jar and Store: Ladle hot jelly into sterilized jars, leaving headspace. Process in a water bath or refrigerate for short-term use.
Notes
- For a creamier taste, mix in 1 tablespoon of sweetened condensed milk post-cooking.
- Enjoy this jelly on toast, muffins, or as a cake filling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
