Nigella

Gin and Tonic Jelly

This is so far from being the sort of jelly you'd expect at a children's party as can be imagined! The white currant decoration may be unavailable, but what matters is the drink-made-dessert itself! If you are unable to find gelatine leaves, you can use powdered gelatine instead. For the UK we recommend 6 teaspoons unflavoured powdered gelatine and for the US 51⁄2 teaspoons unflavored powdered gelatin. At step 2, put 5 tablespoons cold water in a small bowl and sprinkle over the gelatine. Let it stand for 5 minutes to hydrate — it will swell up and become slightly translucent. At step 2, stir the gelatine into the saucepan of warm liquid, until dissolved. Continue as directed. For US cup measures, use the toggle at the top of the ingredients list.