Easy Homemade Frozen Honey Jelly Candy Recipe with Fruit Juice
A simple and refreshing frozen jelly candy made with honey and fruit juice, perfect for a quick sweet treat or party favor. This recipe balances natural sweetness and a unique chewy texture with minimal ingredients and effort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: About 3-4 pieces per serving, makes approximately 20-30 pieces depending on mold size 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons (14 grams) gelatin powder
- 1/3 cup (113 grams) honey (raw or wildflower preferred)
- 1 cup (240 ml) fruit juice (orange, apple, grape, berry blend, or seasonal cranberry juice)
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) water
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lemon juice
- Optional: fruit zest or tiny fruit pieces (e.g., lemon zest, finely chopped strawberries)
Instructions
- Sprinkle 2 tablespoons (14 grams) of gelatin powder over 1/4 cup (60 ml) cold water in a heatproof bowl. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to bloom.
- In a small saucepan, combine 1/3 cup (113 grams) honey and 1 cup (240 ml) fruit juice. Warm gently over low heat, stirring frequently until honey dissolves. Do not boil (about 3-5 minutes).
- Remove the honey and juice mixture from heat and whisk in the bloomed gelatin until completely dissolved. Add 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lemon juice and mix well.
- If using, stir in optional zest or small fruit pieces now.
- Pour the mixture into silicone candy molds or a lined shallow baking pan quickly before it starts to set.
- Place molds or pan in the freezer for at least 2 hours until firm and fully set. Check texture by gently pressing; it should spring back.
- Unmold the candies or cut into squares if using a pan. Store in an airtight container in the freezer or refrigerator.
Notes
Do not boil the honey and juice mixture to avoid rubbery texture. Bloom gelatin properly for smooth texture. Use fresh juice for best flavor. Store candies in freezer up to two weeks. For vegan option, substitute gelatin with agar-agar powder but refrigerate instead of freezing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3-4 pieces
- Calories: 70
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Protein: 1
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