Peach gelatin
80 kcal per 100 g
Category: Fruits
Nutritional information (per 100 g)
| Calories | 80 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5g |
| Carbohydrates | 20g |
| Sugars | 19g |
| Total fats | 0g |
| Fiber | 0g |
Vitamins and minerals
Description
Peach gelatin is a light and refreshing dessert made from peach juice or puree, combined with neutral-flavored gelatin (such as colorless or unflavored gelatin) and sugar. This ingredient is commonly used in sweet recipes to prepare desserts like individual gelatins, cakes, mousses, or fruit accompaniments. Its texture is firm yet soft, and it retains the delicate sweet and slightly acidic flavor of the peach.
The peach, also known as "melocotón" in Spain, is a fruit native to China and Persia, cultivated for thousands of years. In Hispanic America, peach gelatin is quite popular for its pleasant flavor and versatility in baking, especially during warm seasons due to its freshness.
Regarding its properties, peach gelatin not only provides a good supply of vitamins and antioxidants from the peach (such as vitamin C and carotenoids), but it is also low in calories and easy to digest, in addition to providing proteins from the gelatin itself.
In different regions of Hispanic America, you can find synonyms or related terms for peach gelatin, such as:
- Peach-flavored gelatin (in some countries that use "melocotón" to refer to the peach)
- Peach-flavored gelatin
- Peach fruit gelatin
It is an ideal ingredient to add a fruity, sweet, and colorful touch to your homemade dessert recipes.