Step One – Simmer the Strawberries

• Slice the strawberries and toss them into a saucepan with water. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about ten minutes. You’re building that deep strawberry flavor.

Step Two – Strain the Liquid

• Pour the strawberry mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a clean bowl or measuring cup. Press on the berries to get all the juice out. You can toss the pulp or save it for smoothies.

Step Three – Bloom the Gelatin

• Sprinkle the unflavored gelatin over half a cup of cold water. Let it sit for a few minutes. It’ll get thick and wrinkly — that’s normal! This step is called “blooming.”

Step Four – Combine and Stir

• Reheat the strained strawberry juice slightly (don’t boil), then stir in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved. Add your sweetener and lemon juice. Taste and adjust if needed.

Step Five – Chill

• Pour into serving cups, molds, or a dish. Pop it in the fridge for at least four hours, or until it’s firm and jiggly.