Raspberry gelatin crystals
80 kcal per 100 g
Category: Sweets and Sweeteners
Nutritional information (per 100 g)
| Calories | 80 kcal |
| Protein | 2g |
| Carbohydrates | 20g |
| Sugars | 18g |
| Total fats | 0g |
| Fiber | 0g |
Vitamins and minerals
Description
Raspberry gelatin crystals are small dehydrated and crystallized pieces of gelatin flavored with natural raspberry essence or juice. This ingredient is commonly used in baking and gastronomy to add texture and a sweet touch with an intense raspberry flavor to desserts such as mousses, jellies, ice creams, and edible decorations.
Gelatin, originally derived from collagen extracted from animals, has been popularized in cooking worldwide since the 19th century. Raspberry gelatin crystals combine this base with a fruity touch, offering a fresh and slightly acidic flavor characteristic of the raspberry, a fruit native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, such as Europe and North America, although its cultivation has spread globally.
Properties: This ingredient is low in calories and contains no fats or complex carbohydrates, in addition to being a source of collagen-derived proteins. It provides a gelatinous and crunchy texture when dried in the form of crystals, making it an ideal option to enhance desserts without adding excessive sweetness or moisture.
In different Hispanic American countries, raspberry gelatin crystals may also be known as: crystallized raspberry gelatin, pieces of raspberry gelatin, or simply raspberry-flavored gelatin. Its use is especially valued in creative baking and in the aesthetic presentation of sweet dishes.