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Japanese Gelatin Recipe for Weight Loss

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A light and refreshing gelatin dessert that satisfies cravings without heavy calories.

  • Total Time: 240 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups brewed green tea or roasted barley tea (cooled a bit but still warm)
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons lemon juice (or yuzu juice)
  • 2 tablespoons sweetener of choice
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin (about 1 standard packet)
  • Optional: thin lemon slices, a few berries, or a pinch of matcha

Instructions

  1. Pour 1/2 cup of the warm tea into a bowl.
  2. Sprinkle gelatin on top and let it sit for 5 minutes.
  3. Add the remaining tea and stir until fully dissolved.
  4. Stir in lemon juice and sweetener. Taste to adjust.
  5. Pour into a glass dish or individual cups.
  6. Chill for 3 to 4 hours.
  7. Slice into cubes or scoop with a spoon and enjoy cold.

Notes

For best results, allow the gelatin to set properly and experiment with different flavors.

  • Author: Emma Oatmill
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Weight Loss
  • Method: No Cooking
  • Cuisine: Japanese
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 80
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 10mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg