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Gelatin sheet

This is my basic recipe for making gelatin. Sometimes I let it dry out to make a sheet, sometimes I combine it with corn syrup to make flexible sheets. It's very versatile. 
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
drying time 1 day
Servings 1 sheet
Calories 67kcal

Ingredients

  • 5 teaspoon knox powdered gelatin
  • 2 oz cool water
  • 1 drop liquid food coloring optional

Instructions

  • Pour water into a shallow dish. sprinkle gelatin evenly over the water and let it absorb for 5 minutes
  • Microwave for 30 seconds, then stir and microwave for another 15 seconds if needed to melt fully
  • Let sit for 5 minutes and bubbles will rise to the surface and create a white foam. Skim this foam off the surface with a spoon and discard
  • You can now use this base recipe by combining with metallics, food colors, corn syrup or whatever you need. Store leftovers covered in a container in the fridge. 

Nutrition

Calories: 67kcal | Protein: 17g | Sodium: 42mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.2mg