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High Protein Gelatin Power Cubes

Vanilla Protein Gelatin Cubes

Chilled vanilla gelatin cubes made with unflavored gelatin, protein powder, and a lightly sweetened liquid base. Allow at least four hours for chilling; ingredient choices change the texture and nutrition.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 16 cubes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Gelatin Base
  • 3 tbsp unflavored gelatin powder
  • 2 cups water or unsweetened milk of choice Reserve 1/2 cup cool liquid for blooming. Check all ingredient labels for allergens.
  • 2 scoops unflavored or vanilla protein powder Record the scoop weight and follow the product label; substitutions change texture and nutrition.
  • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup Optional alternatives differ in sweetness and cannot all be substituted tablespoon for tablespoon.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice Optional; add for a bright citrus flavor.
  • 1 pinch sea salt Optional.
  • 1/2 cup fresh or freeze-dried fruit Optional; berries work especially well.

Method
 

  1. Bloom the gelatin: Pour 1/2 cup of the cool liquid into a bowl. Sprinkle gelatin evenly over it and hydrate for about 5 minutes, following the package directions.
  2. Warm the remaining liquid: Add the remaining 1 1/2 cups of liquid to a small saucepan and warm gently over low to medium heat. Do not let it boil.
  3. Dissolve the gelatin: Add the bloomed gelatin to the warm liquid and whisk until completely dissolved and smooth.
  4. Add the protein and flavorings: Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly. Whisk in the protein powder, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, lemon juice if using, and sea salt until smooth and lump-free. Avoid adding protein powder to very hot liquid because it may clump.
  5. Add optional fruit: Gently fold in fresh or freeze-dried fruit if desired.
  6. Pour and chill: Line an 8-inch square dish with parchment or use silicone molds. Pour in the mixture, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours and until fully firm.
  7. Cut and serve: Cut into 16 similar-sized cubes. Serve chilled and store covered in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.

Notes

Bloom gelatin in cool liquid before dissolving it in warm liquid. Cool the mixture slightly while keeping it fluid before gradually whisking in protein powder.
Powder type, scoop weight, liquid choice, and optional fruit affect the result. Substitutions have not been independently tested for this page. Collagen peptides do not replace the culinary gelatin needed for setting.
Store covered in the refrigerator and use within 3–4 days. Transport with an ice pack. Freezing may leave the gel watery.
Calculate nutrition from the labels of the actual ingredients and divide by 16 equal pieces. Gelatin is animal-derived; whey is milk-derived. Ingredient choices determine allergens and sugar content. This snack is not a meal replacement or medical treatment.