Comments on: Summer Heaven: Almond Jello

By: Audrey

Audrey — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 01:48:39 +0000

I love almond jello too! So refreshing in the summer and a nice change from the typical flavors out there. Am also a fan of the coconut jello, but cheat and use the instant mix kind they sell at the asian markets.

By: Jeannette

Jeannette — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 22:30:16 +0000

mmmm, this is a family favorite…perfect treat on a hot day!

By: Doug\

Doug\ — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 15:53:02 +0000

I’ve never made the syrup because the jello and fruits are sweet enough, but yeah, just heat the water and combine with the sugar and almond extract. One note — you can use any fruits you like, but almond jello tastes best with fruit toppings that are sweet and really juicy: melons, fruit cocktail, lychees, etc. Something like strawberries I don’t think would go as well.

By: Philly native

Philly native — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 12:25:56 +0000

IMO, there’s nothing better than a family-tested recipe that is taken from a well-worn index card. So, this recipe is a definite must-try. (My “go-to” summer index card is my mom’s gazpacho recipe, which I’ll probably make this weekend to celebrate summer finally arriving.) Just one question, though. For the syrup on your mom’s card…I assume that is combine, heat, stir, and cool, correct?