Gelée de Fraise
A sweet and luscious strawberry treat that is visually stunning and easy to make, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Gelée
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 cup water
- 3 tablespoons sugar (adjust to your sweetness preference) Feel free to adjust based on berry sweetness.
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 packet (about 2 teaspoons) gelatin powder Can substitute with agar-agar for a vegan option.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by rinsing and hulling your strawberries.
- In a medium saucepan, add the strawberries, sugar, and water. Stir them together and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 5-10 minutes until the strawberries soften and release their juices.
- After simmering, remove the saucepan from heat and puree the mixture using an immersion blender or a regular blender.
- In a small bowl, sprinkle your gelatin powder over 3 tablespoons of cold water and let it bloom for about 5 minutes.
- Add the bloomed gelatin to the strawberry puree while stirring to combine.
Setting
- Pour the mixture into pretty serving glasses or molds and let it cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- Refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours to set.
Serving
- Once set, garnish with fresh mint leaves or a dollop of whipped cream and serve.
Notes
Adjust sugar based on berry sweetness. This recipe works with other berries like raspberries or blueberries.