Orange Jelly
4 servings
38 minutes
Orange jelly is a delicate dessert with a bright citrus flavor that evokes memories of sunny summer. Its history traces back to European traditions of making fruit desserts, where jelly is valued for its lightness and refreshing effect. The combination of orange and lemon juice gives the jelly a balanced sweet-sour note, while the addition of cinnamon and anise fills it with warm spicy tones. It is the perfect dessert to conclude a meal, delighting not only in taste but also in its transparent amber beauty. It is best served chilled and can be garnished with fresh berries or a mint leaf for added freshness and elegance.
1
In a saucepan, bring water, sugar, cinnamon, orange zest, and anise to a boil. Remove from heat and cool well. Then strain.
- Water: 1.3 glass
- Sugar: 1 glass
- Cinnamon sticks: 1 piece
- Orange zest: 3 pieces
- Anise (star anise): 1.5 teaspoon
2
In a bowl, mix 1 1/4 cups of syrup with orange and lemon juice.
- Orange juice: 2.5 glasss
- Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
3
Soak gelatin in 3/4 cup of juice mixture for 5 minutes. Then bring to a boil over medium heat, allowing the gelatin to dissolve. Strain and pour into the remaining juice mixture.
- Gelatin: 4.5 teaspoons
4
Pour into molds and send to the refrigerator until set.
5
Hold the molds in boiling water for a few seconds and carefully flip them onto plates. Serve immediately.