Canadian Apple Cider Jelly with Cinnamon

Shopping list

• 500 ml clear apple cider (non-alcoholic)

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• 75 g caster sugar

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• 1 piece cinnamon stick

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• 3 tsp powdered gelatine

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• 3 tbsp cold water

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Step by step

1. 1

   Pour the cold water into a small bowl and sprinkle the gelatine over the surface. Let stand for 5 minutes to bloom.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, combine the apple cider, sugar and cinnamon stick. Heat gently over medium heat, stirring, until the sugar has dissolved. Do not boil.

3. 3

   Remove from the heat and stir in the bloomed gelatine until completely dissolved.

4. 4

   Remove the cinnamon stick and pour the mixture through a fine sieve into a jug.

5. 5

   Divide the jelly mixture among 4 individual jelly moulds or small serving glasses.

6. 6

   Chill in the fridge for at least 3 hours, or until fully set and wobbly.

7. 7

   To serve, dip the base of each mould briefly in warm water and turn out onto serving plates, or serve directly in glasses.