Bariatric Gelatin Recipe for Weight Loss
A portion-controlled bariatric gelatin recipe for weight loss made with unflavored gelatin, sugar-free juice, and an optional protein boost. Sets into small firm cups in about 3 hours, no added sugar.
Servings 4 cups
Calories 25kcal
Cost $2
Equipment
- 4 Small glass cups or silicone molds
- 1 Mixing bowl
- 1 Whisk
- 1 Small saucepan or microwave-safe cup for warming the juice
Ingredients
For the Gelatin Cups
- 2 tablespoon unflavored gelatin powder Knox brand or similar
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 cup sugar-free cranberry, lemon, or orange juice warmed, not boiled
- 1 scoop unflavored whey isolate or collagen peptides optional, about 20g
Instructions
Bloom and Dissolve the Gelatin
- Sprinkle gelatin powder evenly over the cold water in a mixing bowl. Let sit 5 minutes until thickened.
- Heat the sugar-free juice in a small saucepan or microwave until warm and steaming, not boiling.
- Pour the warm juice over the bloomed gelatin and whisk until completely dissolved, about 1 minute.
- Once the mixture has cooled slightly, whisk in whey isolate or collagen peptides until smooth.
Portion and Set
- Let the mixture sit at room temperature 5 minutes before pouring, to avoid a cloudy set.
- Divide the mixture evenly among 4 small glass cups or silicone molds.
- Refrigerate uncovered until just set, then cover and chill at least 3 hours, or until fully firm.
- Unmold or serve directly in the cups, chilled.
Notes
Store covered in the refrigerator up to 5 days. Never boil the juice -- gelatin breaks down above a gentle simmer and won't set properly. Double the batch for a week of portioned servings.
