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Homemade Pâtes de Fruits
Emily

Homemade Pâtes de Fruits

Elegant French fruit jellies made with real fruit puree and pectin. A perfect vegan treat that sparkles with sugar.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 day 55 minutes
Servings: 36 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 65
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g fruit puree (raspberry, strawberry, or apricot)
  • 550 g granulated sugar divided into 50g and 500g
  • 15 g yellow pectin or apple pectin
  • 10 ml lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 cup sugar for coating

Equipment

  • Candy Thermometer
  • Heavy-bottomed Saucepan
  • 8x8 inch Pan
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Prepare an 8x8 inch pan by lining it with parchment paper and lightly greasing it.
  2. Whisk the pectin with 50g of the sugar in a small bowl to separate granules.
  3. Heat the fruit puree in a saucepan until warm (approx 120°F/50°C).
  4. Whisk in the pectin-sugar mixture and bring to a boil.
  5. Add the remaining 500g sugar and cook to exactly 223°F (106°C).
  6. Stir in the lemon juice and pour immediately into the prepared mold.
  7. Set for 24 hours, then cut into squares and roll in coating sugar.

Notes

  • Humidity affects setting; avoid making on rainy days if possible.
  • Do not scrape the bottom of the pot to avoid burnt bits.