Creamy Fruit Jelly Dessert

Ingredients

• For the Fruit Layer:
  • 1 banana, sliced
  • 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
  • 1 orange or tangerine, peeled and segmented
  • 1/2 cup diced papaya or mango
  • 1/2 cup strawberries or raspberries
  • 1/2 cup grapefruit segments (optional)
• For the Jelly Mixture:
  • 2 cups milk or coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 3 tablespoons unflavored gelatin powder (or 3 gelatin sheets)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Prepare the Fruit:
   • Wash, peel, and cut the fruits into bite-sized pieces. Arrange them in a rectangular or loaf-shaped dish.
2. Dissolve the Gelatin:
   • If using gelatin powder: Sprinkle the gelatin over 1/4 cup of cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
   • If using gelatin sheets: Soak them in cold water for 5 minutes until soft, then squeeze out excess water.
3. Make the Jelly Mixture:
   • In a saucepan, combine milk, cream, and sugar. Heat gently over medium heat until the sugar dissolves (do not boil).
   • Remove from heat and stir in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved. Add vanilla extract.
4. Assemble the Dessert:
   • Let the jelly mixture cool slightly, then pour it evenly over the arranged fruits. Make sure the fruits are submerged.
5. Chill:
   • Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 4–6 hours, or until fully set.
6. Serve:
   • Once set, gently loosen the edges with a knife and invert onto a serving plate, or slice directly in the dish. Serve chilled.

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