How to Make Vegan Gelatin - A Step-by-Step Guide

As more and more people are turning to plant-based diets, the demand for vegan alternatives to traditional animal-based ingredients is on the rise. One such ingredient is gelatin, a popular thickening agent commonly derived from animal collagen. However, for those following a vegan lifestyle or looking to reduce their consumption of animal products, traditional gelatin is off the table.

Fortunately, there are several plant-based alternatives to gelatin that can be used to achieve simi...

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Ingredients

  • ½ teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon water
  • 2 cups cherry juice
  • 1 teaspoon agar-agar

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 10 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 pint

  • Dissolve the cornstarch in the water in a small cup or bowl and set aside. In a saucepan, combine 1 1/2 cups of cherry juice and agar-agar powder. Let stand for 5 minutes to soften. Set heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 1 minute.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the remaining juice along with the cornstarch mixture until no longer cloudy. Pour into small serving cups and refrigerate for 4 hours before serving.
  • Nutrition

    26 cal.

    • Sodium: 5mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 1mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 1mg