Drink Mix Jelly

Drink Mix Jelly
  • PREP TIME
    0 mins
  • COOK TIME
    0 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    0 mins
  • SERVING
    48 People
  • VIEWS
    18

Transform simple ingredients into a vibrant, flavorful jelly with the bright taste of strawberry and the playful tang of powdered drink mix. This delightful spread is both budget-friendly and bursting with fruity goodness, perfect for toast, pastries, or a creative PB&J.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    21 g
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Sodium
    1 mg
  • Sugar
    21 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
5 mins

In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the mashed strawberries, water, fruit-flavored drink mix, and dry pectin. (5 minutes)

02

Step
6 mins

Bring the mixture to a full rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly to prevent scorching. A 'full rolling boil' is one that doesn't stop bubbling even when stirred. (5-7 minutes)

03

Step
1 mins

Once a full rolling boil is achieved, immediately stir in the granulated sugar. (1 minute)

04

Step
3 mins

Continue to boil for precisely 3 minutes more, stirring constantly to ensure the sugar is fully dissolved and the jelly thickens slightly. (3 minutes)

05

Step
10 mins

Remove the saucepan from the heat and carefully transfer the hot jelly into sterilized jars, leaving approximately 1/2 inch of headspace at the top of each jar. (10 minutes)

06

Step
2 mins

Wipe the rims of the jars meticulously with a clean, damp cloth to ensure a proper seal. (2 minutes)

07

Step
2 hrs 30 mins

Allow the jars to cool completely before refrigerating. The jelly will continue to set as it cools. (2-3 hours)

For best results, use fully ripe strawberries at their peak sweetness.
Sterilize your jars and lids by boiling them in water for 10 minutes prior to filling.
Experiment with different fruit and drink mix combinations! Raspberry with blue raspberry drink mix, or peach with orange drink mix are excellent choices.
If you prefer a less sweet jelly, you can reduce the amount of sugar by up to 1 cup, but be aware that this may affect the setting of the jelly.
For a smoother texture, you can strain the mashed strawberries through a cheesecloth before adding them to the saucepan.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 6 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Kole Cruickshank

    A really great inexpensive way to make Jelly and easy to get children involved in the process.

  • Riley Schowalter

    The jelly didn't set for me the first time, but I realized I hadn't brought it to a *full* rolling boil. The second batch was perfect!

  • Toni Weissnat

    I was skeptical about the drink mix, but it actually adds a really nice tanginess. I used grape flavor and it was delicious!

  • Abbie Mraz

    This recipe is so easy and fun! My kids love it, and it's a great way to use up extra strawberries.

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