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Watermelon Jelly

A refreshing and sweet jelly made from ripe watermelon, perfect for spreading on toast or using in desserts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Watermelon Jelly Ingredients
  • 4 cups watermelon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 package pectin powdered
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed

Method
 

Prepare the Watermelon Juice
  1. Cut the watermelon into chunks and blend until smooth. Strain through a fine mesh strainer to extract 4 cups of juice.
Cook the Jelly
  1. In a saucepan, combine the watermelon juice, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir well and bring to a boil over medium heat.
  2. Once boiling, add the pectin and stir continuously for 1-2 minutes until fully dissolved.
  3. Continue to boil for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Jar the Jelly
  1. Remove from heat and ladle the hot jelly into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of headspace.
  2. Seal the jars with lids and allow to cool at room temperature before refrigerating.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 26gPotassium: 50mgSugar: 24gVitamin C: 10mg

Notes

Ensure the watermelon is ripe for the best flavor. This jelly can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

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