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bariatric gelatin recipe for weight loss with pink cranberry and yellow lemon gelatin cubes
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Bariatric Gelatin Recipe For Weight Loss

Try this bariatric gelatin recipe for weight loss with plain gelatin and light flavor. Easy low calorie cups perfect for meal prep. Discover the recipe now.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 7 minutes
Servings: 4 small cups
Course: Light Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 25
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons unflavored gelatin
  • 1 cup cold water
  • ¾ cup hot water
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cranberry juice or lemon water
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons lemon juice optional
  • Pinch of salt optional
Optional ingredient
  • 1 tablespoon collagen peptides for a high protein gelatin variation

Method
 

  1. Add the gelatin powder to the cold water and allow it to bloom for about five minutes.
  2. Pour the hot water into the bloomed gelatin and stir until completely dissolved.
  3. Mix in the unsweetened cranberry juice or lemon water. Add lemon juice if desired.
  4. Pour the mixture into small ramekins or silicone molds.
  5. Refrigerate the cups for two to three hours until the gelatin sets.
  6. Serve chilled as a light snack or dessert.

Notes

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Nutrient
 Amount per serving
Calories
 25 kcal
Carbohydrates
 4 g
Protein
 2 g
Fat
 0.1 g
Saturated Fat
 0.03 g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 0.01 g
Monounsaturated Fat
 0.02 g
Sodium
 11 mg
Potassium
 68 mg
Fiber
 0.03 g
Sugar
 4 g
Vitamin A
 0.05 IU
Vitamin C
 0.4 mg
Calcium
 7 mg
Iron
 0.1 mg
 
Notes
Do not skip the blooming step because it helps the gelatin dissolve evenly and prevents lumps.
 Keep the juice quantity small so the recipe remains light and low in sugar.
 Store the gelatin cups covered in the refrigerator for up to four days.