Refreshing Fruit and Milk Jelly Delight

A light, creamy, and colorful no-bake dessert

This Refreshing Fruit and Milk Jelly Delight is a beautiful layered dessert that’s cool, mildly sweet, and perfect for warm days. Made with fresh fruit, silky milk jelly, and crystal-clear fruit jelly, it’s ideal for family gatherings, Ramadan iftars, parties, or when you want an elegant dessert without turning on the oven. Each spoonful delivers a balance of creamy smoothness and fruity freshness.

 Time & Yield

Prep time: 20 minutes

Chilling time: 3–4 hours

Total time: ~4 hours

Serves: 6–8

 Ingredients

For the Milk Jelly Layer

2 cups full-cream milk

½ cup fresh cream (or evaporated milk)

½ cup sugar (adjust to taste)

2 tbsp gelatin powder (or agar-agar for vegetarian)

¼ cup cold water (to bloom gelatin)

1 tsp vanilla essence

For the Fruit Jelly Layer

1 pack clear or flavored jelly (strawberry, orange, or pineapple)

2 cups hot water (or as per packet instructions)

Fruits (chopped)

½ cup strawberries

½ cup mango

½ cup kiwi

½ cup grapes or pomegranate seeds

👉 Use fresh, ripe fruits (avoid pineapple if using gelatin, unless canned).

 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Milk Jelly

Sprinkle gelatin over cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes

Heat milk, cream, and sugar in a saucepan over low heat

Stir until sugar dissolves (do not boil)

Add bloomed gelatin and stir until fully dissolved

Remove from heat, add vanilla essence

Pour into serving glasses or a glass dish

Refrigerate for 1–1½ hours until softly set

2️⃣ Prepare the Fruit Jelly

Dissolve jelly powder in hot water

Stir well until completely dissolved

Let cool to room temperature (important)

3️⃣ Add Fruits

Arrange chopped fruits over the set milk jelly

Distribute evenly for a colorful look

4️⃣ Pour Jelly Layer

Slowly pour cooled jelly over the fruits

Pour gently to avoid disturbing layers

Refrigerate for 2–3 hours or until fully set

 Pro Tips for Perfect Layers

Always let jelly cool before pouring

Do not pour hot jelly over milk layer

Use a spoon to guide jelly for clean layers

Glass bowls or cups enhance presentation

Lightly grease molds for easy unmolding

 Variations

 Flavor Variations

Rose milk jelly with strawberry jelly

Mango milk jelly with orange jelly

Coconut milk jelly with pineapple jelly

 Dairy-Free Option

Use coconut milk or almond milk

Replace gelatin with agar-agar

 Healthier Version

• Reduce sugar
• Use honey or stevia
• Add chia seeds for fiber

 Party Style

• Serve in mini cups
• Top with whipped cream or mint leaves

Storage

• Store covered in refrigerator
• Best enjoyed within 48 hours
• Do not freeze (texture will change)

 Serving Suggestions

• Serve chilled
• Garnish with mint or extra fruit
• Pair with tea or light cookies

 Final Thoughts

This Refreshing Fruit and Milk Jelly Delight is a crowd-pleasing dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. With endless flavor combinations and a simple no-bake method, it’s perfect for any occasion.