This blackberry sugar free jello salad is a delicious and creamy alternative to the sugar-laden concoctions of summer gatherings. It is filled with fresh fruits, delectable fats, and tantalizing taste!
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Around the mid-west, USA, potluck gatherings are a summer tradition that does not die! We love our gatherings that are filled with food, family, friends, and lakeside fun. Every gathering that I can remember growing up had some sort of Jell-O fluff salad displayed on the food table. It was one of the first things I would grab and one of the only things I would go back to for seconds.
The only problem is that Jell-O whipped salads are overpowering with sugar, chemicals, and things that I simply do not wish to place in my body anymore. What's a Trim Healthy Mama or Keto lady to do?!
There's a simple solution! Make something better!
The foundation of any Jello salad is gelatin. You are going to want a sustainably sourced gelatin-like Trim Healthy Mama's Just Gelatin option. If you use Knox unflavored gelatin, it will work just fine, but keep in mind that it is pork-based instead of beef-based.
As the name would suggest, it is truly just gelatin, completely organic, and 100% beef. Good gelatin will also help to balance amino acid profiles. Because of its hydrophilic nature, gelatin attracts water and forms a healing layer in the digestive tract. Gelatin that is responsibly sourced will be a gut healer instead of a gut destroyer.
Did you know that gelatin is just a form of collagen? You will often find gelatin used in dessert recipes and collagen in drink recipes. This is because collagen does not have the ability to gel up like gelatin does! You can replace collagen with gelatin, but you cannot replace gelatin with collagen. Fascinating stuff!
Have you ever wondered why there is such a wide range of gelatin price options? It's because not all gelatin is created and made the same. Look for gelatin that is sustainably sourced and has ultimate purity. Another option would be this one.
Ingredients for the Blackberry Jello Salad
This is going to be a little bit more of an involved recipe, so hike up your sleeves, and let's dig in!
The ingredients you will need for the sugar-free jello salad:
- Gelatin
- Cool water divided
- Boiling water
- Tea bags (hibiscus or another fruity flavor)
- Blackberries (frozen or unfrozen)
- Stevia blend (THM Gentle Sweet or Swerve), divided into ¾ cup and ¼ cup
- Heavy whipping cream
- Blueberries (frozen or unfrozen)
- Fresh Blackberries for garnish
See the recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
In a small saucepan, add 1 cup of cool water.
Sprinkle the gelatin over the water and let it bloom.
Combine 1 cup of boiling water and the tea bags. Let it brew.
Combine the blackberries, ¾ cup stevia, and 1 cup of cool water to a blender.
Puree until completely liquefied.
Set aside.
Remove the tea bags and pour liquid into the saucepan with the gelatin.
Heat over medium heat to completely dissolve the gelatin.
Once dissolved, immediately remove from heat.
Add the gelatin mixture to the blender puree and combine thoroughly.
Pour into an 8x8 baking dish.
Let set in the refrigerator until firm, about 1-2 hours.
Once the gelatin is firm, cut into bite-sized pieces and scrape it into a large bowl.
Meanwhile, in a stand mixer, add 1 pint of heavy whipping cream and ¼ cup stevia blend.
Beat until it firms.
Add the whipped cream to the gelatin, and fold in blueberries.
Garnish with blackberries.
Best if refrigerated until served.
Equipment
There isn't a whole lot of special equipment that you will need to make this recipe!
- Mixer
- Bowls
- Spoons
- Serving Bowl
- Knife
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Storage
This will stay good in the refrigerator for approximately one week. After that time the whipping cream will start to get watery.
FAQ
Is Sugar-Free Jello Keto? Is Sugar-Free Jello THM?
The wonderful thing about sugar-free homemade gelatin creations is that it can be keto or Trim Healthy Mama friendly. Gelatin salads, without all the other gunk that comes in packaged gelatin creations (you know the ones I'm talking about) can totally be used in a healthy lifestyle.
This sugar-free jello salad is made with detoxifying teas and beautiful gelatin that can heal the gut! If you are dairy-free the extra whipped cream can be replaced with something more suitable for you. You can also enjoy just the gelatin part of this recipe and omit the whipped cream for a great snack option.
Other sugar-free Jello Salad Recipes:
There are many other content creators out there making superb jello salad options! Take a look at a few of these.
Detoxifying Gelatin Herb Gummies
Bejeweled No-Bake Cream Cheese Bars
If you enjoy living a healthy carb/healthy fat lifestyle, you may be interested in the new Healing Home Harvest Cookbook- Sugar-Free Sweet Stuff. It has new recipes for the entire family! You can read more about my cookbooks here. This sugar free jello salad is also in the cookbook!
Tips and Tricks for this Recipe
Make sure you leave enough time for the gelatin bites to completely set. After you fold in the blueberries and whipped cream, I like to have it in the refrigerator for about another 1-2 hours, but if necessary, you can also serve it immediately.
If you make this Black Sugar Free Jello Salad recipe, give me a shout-out on Instagram to let me know how you liked it!
Blackberry Sugar Free Jello Salad
This blackberry sugar free gelatin salad is a delicious and creamy alternative to the sugar laden concoctions of family and friend gatherings. It is filled with fresh fruits, delectable fats, and tantalizing taste!
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoon gelatin
- 2 cups cool water, divided
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1-2 tea bag (hibiscus or other fruity flavor)
- 1 cup blackberries (frozen or unfrozen)
- 1 cup stevia blend (THM Gentle Sweet or Swerve), divided into ¾ cup and ¼ cup
- 1 pint heavy whipping cream
- 1 ½ cups blueberries (frozen or unfrozen)
- Fresh Blackberries for garnish
Instructions
In a small saucepan, add 1 cup of cool water.
Sprinkle the gelatin over the water and let bloom.
Combine 1 cup of boiling water and the tea bags. Let it brew.
Combine the blackberries, ¾ cup stevia, and 1 cup of cool water to a blender.
Puree until completely liquefied.
Set aside.
Remove the tea bags and pour liquid into the saucepan with the gelatin.
Heat over medium heat to completely dissolve the gelatin.
Once dissolved, immediately remove from heat.
Add the gelatin mixture to the blender puree and combine thoroughly.
Pour into an 8x8 baking dish.
Let set in the refrigerator until firm, about 1-2 hours.
Once the gelatin is firm, cut into bite-sized pieces and scrape it into a large bowl.
Meanwhile, in a stand mixer, add 1 pint of heavy whipping cream and ¼ cup stevia blend.
Beat until it firms.
Add the whipped cream to the gelatin, and fold in blueberries.
Garnish with blackberries.
Best if refrigerated until served.
Notes
Depending on the stevia blend you use, the amounts may need to be adjusted. I recommend using THM Gentle Sweet.Hibiscus tea bags are quite delicious, but you can use other tea bags to flavor your gelatin. The first time I made this I used a Cranberry Rooibos tea and it was FANTASTIC!
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 159Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 18mgCarbohydrates: 10gFiber: 1gSugar: 4gProtein: 3g
These numbers are calculated using an automated online system. They are not meant to be 100% accurate. Use your best judgement when using the numbers.
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