Homemade Orange Jello Recipe
This homemade orange jello recipe is a refreshing, naturally sweetened gelatin dessert made with real orange juice and honey. Perfect for a light treat or a healthy snack, it requires only a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time. Whether chilled in the fridge or briefly frozen for a firmer texture, this jello offers a delightful citrus flavor without any artificial additives.
- Author: reem
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups 100% orange juice
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup gelatin powder
- Simmer juice and honey: In a large saucepan, bring the orange juice and honey to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to combine the flavors and dissolve the honey.
- Add gelatin: Slowly pour in the gelatin powder while whisking briskly to prevent any clumps from forming and ensure smooth blending.
- Combine ingredients: Turn off the heat and continue whisking the mixture until the gelatin is fully dissolved and everything is smoothly combined.
- Pour into dish: Carefully pour the gelatin mixture into an 8-inch by 8-inch glass dish, spreading it evenly to set.
- Chill until set: Refrigerate the mixture for at least 3 hours to allow the jello to fully set, or freeze for at least 1 hour for a firmer texture before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use 100% orange juice without added sugars for best flavor and natural sweetness.
- Whisking briskly when adding gelatin prevents lumps in the final jello.
- If you prefer a firmer jello, freezing for 1 hour is recommended, but do not freeze for too long to avoid hardness.
- Honey can be adjusted to taste or substituted with other natural sweeteners if preferred.
- For a fun twist, add fresh orange slices or zest before setting for extra texture and flavor.
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