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3 ingredient gelatin recipe for weight loss shown in both textures
Jonas Mitchell

3-Ingredient Gelatin Recipe for Weight Loss

A 3-ingredient gelatin recipe for weight loss made with just unflavored gelatin, water, and protein powder — ready in 5 minutes, works as firm cubes or a light whipped mousse.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 30
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoon unflavored gelatin powder
  • 1.5 cup liquid (water, juice, or milk), divided
  • 1 scoop (~20-25g) protein powder

Equipment

  • 1 small bowl
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 Blender or hand mixer (for whipped version)
  • 1 Shallow dish or cups

Method
 

  1. Sprinkle the gelatin over 1/2 cup of the cold liquid in a bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes until spongy.
  2. Heat the remaining 1 cup of liquid until hot but not boiling.
  3. Pour the hot liquid over the bloomed gelatin and whisk until fully dissolved, with no lumps.
  4. Whisk in the protein powder slowly, a little at a time, to avoid clumps. Let it rest 2 minutes and skim off any foam.
  5. For cubes: pour into a shallow dish and refrigerate about 3 hours until firm, then cut into cubes.
  6. For whipped: let the mixture cool to room temperature, then blend for 3-5 minutes until fluffy, pour into cups, and refrigerate 2-3 hours until set.

Notes

Let the mixture cool to room temperature before whipping, or it won't hold air. Don't use raw pineapple, kiwi, or papaya, as their enzymes stop gelatin from setting. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days; whipped version is best within 3 days. Don't freeze either version.