Grape and Elderflower Gelée

A sophisticated and refreshing dessert that combines the delicate flavors of white grape juice and elderflower pressé set in an elegant gelatin mold. Perfect for special occasions or as a light summer dessert.

8 servings
8 hr 2 min

Ingredients

  • 2 cups white grape juice
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 3 envelopes unflavored gelatin
  • 2 cups Elderflower Pressé
  • 1 drop red food coloring

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Combine 1 cup grape juice and sugar in a small saucepan and sprinkle with gelatin. Let gelatin stand 1 minute to soften.

    1 min

  2. 2.

    Cook over moderate heat, gently stirring occasionally, just until sugar and gelatin are dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in Elderflower Pressé, food coloring, and remaining cup grape juice. Pour into a 5-cup mold and chill, covered, until firm, at least 8 hours.

    480 min

  3. 3.

    Dip mold in hot water a few seconds, then invert a plate over gelée and flip gelée onto plate.

    1 min