🍮 5-Minute No-Bake Milk & Fruit Dessert
(Only Milk & Fruit! Light, Creamy, & Naturally Sweet)
📝 Description:
This simple no-bake dessert combines the silky smoothness of milk and condensed milk with the juicy freshness of fruits, all held together in a gently sweet, jiggly jelly. It takes just 5 minutes of active time, uses only six ingredients, and delivers a treat that feels indulgent but is surprisingly light. Perfect for kids and adults alike!
🍽️ Ingredients:
- 60 g gelatin (powdered or sheets)
- 100 ml water (for dissolving gelatin)
- 400 ml milk
- 200 ml condensed milk
- 2 oranges, peeled and segmented 🍊
- 3 strawberries, chopped 🍓
👩🍳 Instructions:
- Prepare the gelatin:
Add gelatin to the water and let it bloom for 5–10 minutes (follow package instructions if using sheets). Gently heat until dissolved (do not boil). - Mix the base:
In a large bowl or pitcher, whisk together the milk and condensed milk until smooth. - Combine gelatin and milk:
Pour the dissolved gelatin mixture into the milk mixture and stir well to combine. - Prepare the fruit:
Peel and segment the oranges, removing seeds and membranes if desired. Chop the strawberries into small chunks. - Assemble:
Place the fruits into silicone molds, dessert cups, or a glass dish. Pour the milk-gelatin mixture over the fruits. - Chill:
Refrigerate for 2–3 hours or until fully set. - Serve:
Unmold or scoop and enjoy cold!
🍴 Servings:
Makes 4–6 portions depending on mold size.
🧁 Notes & Tips:
Use any fruits you like: kiwi, blueberries, mango, banana – just avoid pineapple or papaya (they contain enzymes that prevent gelatin from setting unless cooked).
- Want it creamier? Use half-and-half or add a spoon of yogurt to the milk mixture.
- For a firmer jelly, increase gelatin to 70–75 g.
- Use silicone molds for easy removal.
- For an elegant twist, pour into wine glasses and layer fruits at the bottom.
🧮 Nutritional Info (Approximate, per serving – based on 6 servings):
- Calories: ~160 kcal
- Protein: ~6g
- Fat: ~5g
- Carbohydrates: ~23g
- Sugar: ~19g
- Fiber: ~1g
- Calcium: ~15% RDA
🌟 Health Benefits:
- No-bake and easy to digest
- Good source of calcium from milk
- Gelatin may support joint, skin, and gut health
- Naturally sweetened with fruit and condensed milk (no refined sugar needed)
- Low in fat and moderate in protein – ideal for a light dessert
❓ Q&A
Q: Can I use plant-based milk?
A: Yes, almond or oat milk can work, but the dessert may be less creamy. Use agar-agar instead of gelatin if making vegan.
Q: How long can it last in the fridge?
A: Up to 4–5 days, stored in an airtight container.
Q: Can I skip condensed milk?
A: Yes – replace it with more milk and sweeten with honey, maple syrup, or a sugar substitute to taste.
Q: Can this be made in layers?
A: Absolutely! Let one layer set slightly before adding another with different fruit.
Q: Why didn’t my gelatin set?
A: Make sure you didn’t boil the gelatin and that acidic fruits like fresh pineapple or kiwi were not added uncooked.