How do I impress guests with monet water lilies lemon gelée?

Wow your guests with a stunning and delicious dessert! Learn how to make Monet Water Lilies Lemon Gelée, a colorful masterpiece that will leave everyone in awe.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I impress guests with Monet Water Lilies Lemon Gelée. Items include: Water Sugar Lemons Gelatin Powder

Water 1 cup
Sugar 1 cup
Lemons 8 (zest of 2, juice of 6)
Gelatin Powder 2 tablespoons

Take note
Be careful not to overmix the gelatin mixture, as it may cause the gelée to become rubbery. Also, be sure to refrigerate it for the recommended time to achieve the perfect texture.

1

Prepare the Lemon Gelée

In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, 1 cup of sugar, and the zest of 2 lemons. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar. Once the sugar has dissolved, remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.

2

Add Gelatin

Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of gelatin powder over 1/4 cup of cold water in a small bowl. Let it sit for a few minutes until the gelatin becomes soft and spongy. Then, add the gelatin mixture to the saucepan with the cooled lemon syrup and stir until the gelatin is completely dissolved.

3

Add Lemon Juice

Squeeze the juice of 6 lemons and add it to the saucepan. Stir well to combine the lemon juice with the gelatin mixture.

4

Create the Water Lilies

Pour the lemon gelée mixture into individual molds or a large glass dish. Use a toothpick or skewer to create swirls and patterns in the gelée, resembling Monet's Water Lilies. Get creative and unleash your inner artist!

5

Chill and Serve

Place the molds or dish in the refrigerator and let the gelée set for at least 4 hours, or until it is firm and wobbly. Once set, remove the gelée from the molds or cut it into beautiful squares if using a dish. Serve chilled to your impressed guests and watch their faces light up!