Yogurt jelly is an ideal option for an early breakfast.
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The recipe for jelly originated in France, where the word was used to describe all congealed dishes, both sweet and savory. Much time has passed since then, and over the course of time, people have come to associate jelly exclusively with dessert. Yogurt jelly is especially healthy and tasty; even a child can make it with a simple recipe.
Beneficial properties
Yogurt jelly contains a wealth of vitamins and minerals: calcium, which is good for bones; collagen, which is essential for the skin; and glycine, which has a beneficial effect on the nervous system. This delicate and refreshing dessert will be the king of any table. Furthermore, jelly can be a little trick for mothers whose children refuse to eat dairy products, which are essential for growth.
The basic method of making jelly
Despite the apparent complexity of this dessert, the basic recipe for yogurt jelly is extremely simple. To make it, you'll need two cups of yogurt, a tablespoon of gelatin, and sugar to taste. It's also a good idea to add aromatic dessert spices, such as vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. You can use either natural yogurt, homemade, or pre-made yogurt in your favorite flavor.
The recipe has only one difficulty. Gelatin requires special preparation and care. It must be poured into a few tablespoons of cold water. Avoid hot water, as it will cause lumps to form. After 20-30 minutes, when the gelatin has swelled, melt it. It's best to use a double boiler for this, as this allows you to monitor the process and break up any lumps promptly.
But if you use instant gelatin, there won't be any difficulties at all. All the preparation details are included in the instructions on the package.
Mix the yogurt with sugar until the texture is smooth, then warm slightly. Stirring constantly, slowly add the warm liquid gelatin to the mixture. Pour the dessert into pre-chilled bowls and refrigerate until completely set. This typically takes about 2 hours, but the time may vary depending on the size of the gelatin.
How to make multi-colored jelly
This recipe lends itself to many variations. For a festive table, you can make multicolored jelly. You'll need a pretty mold. A muffin tin or individual ice cream cups will work. However, avoid using aluminum molds. Aluminum tends to oxidize, which has little effect on other dishes but can dramatically affect the taste of a delicate dessert.
Any yogurt will do, whether it's a single flavor or a combination of different flavors. For example, creamy, apricot, and caramel. For brighter colors, use food coloring or natural berry, fruit, and vegetable juices.
Using the basic recipe, you prepare each colored layer separately, pouring the top layer over the set bottom layer. Each layer takes about half an hour to set, increasing the overall preparation time. However, each subsequent layer will set faster than the previous one.
Before serving, divide the jelly among dessert plates. We recommend garnishing the dish with fresh berries, whipped cream, various syrups, coconut flakes, or chocolate chips. This light, delicate, and healthy dessert will appeal to everyone, children and adults alike.
