Almond Gelatin Squares in Fruit

Submitted by LonghornMama

"An odd fruit salad but pretty healthy and good when you want something sweet. The almond gelatin squares are quite good by themselves. Found in a Jane Fonda cookbook."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 15mins
• Ingredients: 13
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 4 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
• 1⁄2 cup cold water
• 1 1⁄2 cups boiling water
• 3⁄4 cup nonfat dry milk powder
• 1⁄2 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 1⁄4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 pear, peeled, cored and cubed
• 1 cup red seedless grapes
• 2 kiwi fruits, peeled and sliced
• 1 orange, peeled and sliced
• 1 1⁄3 cups pineapple chunks (8 oz)
• 1⁄4 cup orange juice

directions

1. In a small saucepan, combine the gelatin and cold water.
2. Add the boiling water and stir until gelatin is completely dissolved.
3. Place over medium heat and bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
4. Gradually whisk in the dry milk and sugar and return to a boil.
5. Stir in the almond extract and cinnamon.
6. When the cinnamon is dissolved, pour the mixture into an 8-inch square pan.
7. Cover and refrigerate until firm, about one hour.
8. In a large bowl, combine fruits and orange juice.
9. Toss gently to mix well.
10. To serve, cut the gelatin into 1-inch squares; add to the fruit and toss gently.