Ingredients
2 packets (0.25 oz each) unflavored gelatin powder
1 cup boiling water
1 cup cold water
1 packet (0.13 oz) sugar-free powdered drink mix (e.g., Crystal Light, Kool-Aid, or natural flavor alternative with sweetener)
Instructions
Step 1: In a heat-safe bowl, sprinkle the unflavored gelatin powder over 1 cup of boiling water. Whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes until the gelatin is completely dissolved. Ensure there are no lumps.
Step 2: Add the sugar-free powdered drink mix to the dissolved gelatin mixture. Whisk thoroughly until the drink mix is fully incorporated and dissolved, ensuring even flavor distribution.
Step 3: Pour in 1 cup of cold water and whisk again for about 30 seconds to combine everything well and begin cooling the mixture down.
Step 4: Carefully pour the gelatin mixture into individual serving containers or a larger glass dish. Small ramekins, glass jars, or a standard 8x8 inch baking dish work perfectly.
Step 5: Place the containers in the refrigerator. Chill for at least 2-4 hours, or until the gelatin is completely set and firm. The exact time may vary depending on the size of your containers.
Step 6: Once set, your Jillian Michaels Gelatin Trick is ready to enjoy! You can eat it straight from the container or cut it into cubes if using a larger dish.
Step 7: Store any leftover gelatin in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days. This makes it a perfect make-ahead snack for healthy eating throughout the week.
Notes
For best results, ensure your gelatin powder is unflavored to avoid added sugars. You can adjust the sweetness level by adding more or less sugar-free sweetener if you're not using a pre-sweetened drink mix. This recipe is highly customizable – experiment with different sugar-free flavorings to keep things interesting!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Snacks & Holiday Treats
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 25 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 15 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0.5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg