Description
Refreshing and tangy green tea, lemon, and ginger chews are a healthy, soothing snack packed with antioxidants and digestive benefits. Easy to make and perfect for a light treat!
Ingredients
3/4 cup (180 ml) cold water
5 tablespoons unflavored gelatin powder
1/2 cup strongly brewed green tea (4 tea bags)
1/3 cup (80 ml) ginger juice
1/4 cup (60 ml) fresh lemon juice or preservative-free bottled lemon juice
Optional: honey, to taste
Instructions
- Pour the cold water into a medium saucepan and sprinkle the gelatin powder evenly on top. Let it bloom for 5 minutes.
- Brew the green tea with 4 tea bags, then measure 1/2 cup of strong tea.
- Add the brewed tea, ginger juice, and lemon juice to the bloomed gelatin. Heat over low heat, stirring constantly until the gelatin dissolves. Do not boil.
- Taste the mixture and add honey, if desired, for sweetness. Stir to combine.
- Pour the mixture into silicone molds or a greased baking dish.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm.
- Once set, remove the chews from the molds or cut into squares. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
For a vegan option, replace gelatin with agar-agar and adjust as per package instructions.
Adjust sweetness using maple syrup, agave, or stevia.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Healthy, Modern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 small chews
- Calories: 10 kcal (per chew, depending on size)
