Acid Jellies

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups water
  • 8 envelopes gelatin
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 1/4 cups sugar
  • 2 tablespoons grated lime zest
  • 2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
  • Non-stick spray, for greasing pan

Instructions

  1. In small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup of water, gelatin, lime juice, and lemon juice.
  2. Set aside.
  3. In heavy small saucepan, place over medium heat, combine remaining 3/4 cup of water and 1 cup sugar and stir until sugar dissolves.
  4. Bring to a boil, cover and cook for 3 minutes.
  5. Remove lid and place candy thermometer on side of pan and cook until it reaches 300 degrees F. Remove from heat, add to gelatin mixture, return pan to low heat and stir constantly in order to dissolve gelatin completely.
  6. Add lemon and lime zest and stir to combine.
  7. Pour mixture into greased 8-inch by 8-inch pan and cool to room temperature.
  8. Do not refrigerate.
  9. Once cooled, cut into cubes and toss to coat in the remaining sugar.
  10. Store in airtight container for up to 4 days.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

130 kcal 6% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 2.6g 5% DV
Total Fat 0.1g
Carbs 31.2g 11% DV
Fiber 1.2g 4% DV
Sugar 24.1g 48% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 121.3mg 5% DV
Potassium 87mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 1.5mcg
Vitamin C 21.4mg 24% DV
Calcium 11.8mg 1% DV
Iron 0.2mg 1% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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