Milk gelatin with strawberries is a delicate and creamy dessert that strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and elegance. This dessert begins with a delicate preparation where cold water is combined with unflavored gelatin, allowing it to “bloom” for a few minutes, creating the foundation for a smooth, firm texture. Meanwhile, a luxurious blend of milk, heavy cream, and sugar is heated gently until the sugar dissolves thoroughly, infusing the mixture with a rich and velvety sweetness without reaching a boil, which preserves the delicate proteins in the dairy.
A hint of vanilla extract is stirred into the warm mixture, imparting a fragrant note that elevates the overall flavor profile. The bloomed gelatin is then added, dissolving slowly into the warm milk, ensuring an even and silky texture throughout the dessert. This mixture is slightly cooled before being carefully poured into a gelatin mold or individual serving cups, ready to transform from liquid to a perfectly set, wobbly delight under the cool shelter of the refrigerator.
After several hours of refrigeration, the moment of unveiling arrives. The milk gelatin sits pristine and inviting, its smooth surface almost mirror-like. The final flourish comes with a topping of fresh strawberries, their bright red hue and tangy sweetness providing a vibrant contrast to the creamy, slightly sweet base.
Milk gelatin with strawberries is not only a feast for the palate but also a visually appealing treat. The soft, milky base paired with the freshness of the strawberries creates a refreshing and refined experience, ideal for warm weather or as a sophisticated end to any meal. This dessert encapsulates the charm of simple ingredients harmonized into an elegantly balanced treat.
Ingredients
1 cup of milk
1 cup of heavy cream
1 cup of sugar
1 tsp of vanilla extract
1 envelope of unflavored gelatin (7g)
1/2 cup of cold water
2 cups of fresh strawberries, chopped
Directions
1. Pour the cold water into a small bowl and sprinkle the unflavored gelatin over it. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to bloom.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, heavy cream, and sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar is completely dissolved. Do not let it boil.
3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Add the bloomed gelatin to the warm milk mixture, stirring until the gelatin is fully dissolved and well combined.
5. Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then pour it into a gelatin mold or individual serving cups.
6. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
7. Once the gelatin is set, top with the chopped fresh strawberries before serving.