Bariatric-Friendly Protein Gelatin Cups

Name: Bariatric-Friendly Protein Gelatin Cups
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Yield: 4 small cups
Ingredients: 2 packets (about 14g) unflavored gelatin; 2 cups water, divided; 1 scoop (about 30g) flavored protein powder; Sugar-free sweetener to taste (optional)

Jiggly, sugar-free protein gelatin cups — an easy, portion-controlled way to work in protein between meals without anything to chew.

Bariatric Approved

Built around common post-op basics — protein first, low or no added sugar, small portions. Guidelines vary by surgery type and stage, so check with your bariatric team before trying something new.

Prep

10 min (plus 2+ hours to set)

Cook

5 min

Servings

4 small cups

Calories

~60 kcal per cup

Protein

~13g per cup

Carbs

~2g per cup

Fat

~0g per cup

Ingredients

•2 packets (about 14g) unflavored gelatin
•2 cups water, divided
•1 scoop (about 30g) flavored protein powder
•Sugar-free sweetener to taste (optional)

Instructions

1.Sprinkle the gelatin over 1/2 cup of cold water in a bowl and let it bloom for 5-10 minutes.
2.Heat the remaining 1 1/2 cups of water until hot but not boiling, then whisk it into the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved.
3.Let the mixture cool for a few minutes, then whisk in the protein powder until smooth.
4.Pour into 4 small cups or ramekins.
5.Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, until fully set and jiggly.

Tip

Whisking the protein powder in after the gelatin liquid has cooled slightly, rather than while it's still hot, keeps the texture smooth instead of grainy or clumped.