Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin powder (Knox or grass-fed)
- 2 tablespoons cold water (for blooming)
- ¾ cup hot water or unsweetened green tea (about 180°F)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)
- Pinch of pink Himalayan salt (optional)
- A few drops of liquid stevia (optional)
Instructions
- Bloom the gelatin: Pour 2 tablespoons cold water into a small bowl. Sprinkle gelatin evenly over the surface. Do not stir. Wait 5 full minutes until it swells and becomes sponge-like.
- Add hot liquid: Pour ¾ cup hot water or green tea (180°F, not boiling) over the bloomed gelatin. Whisk gently for 60–90 seconds until the mixture is completely clear.
- Add flavor: Stir in lemon juice and a pinch of pink salt if using. Taste and adjust with a drop of stevia if desired.
- Choose your format: Drink warm immediately (cool 2–3 minutes first), OR pour into a container or mold and refrigerate 30–60 minutes for jello cubes. Consume 15–30 minutes before your largest meal.
Notes
Never use boiling water — temperatures above 212°F break down gelatin’s gelling proteins. The 5-minute bloom is mandatory for a smooth, lump-free result. For batch prep, use 7 tablespoons gelatin in 7 cups liquid, pour into an 8×8 glass dish, refrigerate 3+ hours, cut into cubes. Stores up to 5 days refrigerated. Do not freeze.