Fresh Fruit Desserts Recipes - Summer Berries in Champagne Jelly Recipe

Ingredients

SERVES 8

• 900ml/1/2pt champagne

• 1 1/2 teaspoons powdered gelatin

• 250g/9oz granulated sugar

• 250g/9oz strawberries (hulled and chopped)

• 250g/9oz blueberries

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Method:

1. Pour half the champagne into a large bowl and let the bubbles subside.

2. Sprinkle the gelatin over the top in an even layer. Do not stir. Leave until the gelatin is spongy.

3. Pour the remaining champagne into a large saucepan, add the sugar and heat gently, stirring constantly, until all the sugar has dissolved.

4. Remove the saucepan from the heat, add the gelatin mixture and stir until thoroughly dissolved. Cool completely.

5. Divide the berries among 8 x 125ml/4fl oz stemmed wine glasses and gently pour the jelly over them.

6. Refrigerate until set. Remove from the refrigerator 15 minutes before serving.