Aloe Vera Jelly Dessert

Aloe Vera Jelly Dessert is a refreshing, translucent treat made from the edible inner fillets of aloe vera leaves, typically sweetened and set into a soft jelly. It's a popular dessert across Southeast Asia, East Asia, and parts of the Caribbean, often served chilled in syrups, fruit drinks, or with coconut milk. The main ingredient is aloe vera gel, which is carefully processed to remove its natural bitterness.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dessert is low in fat and protein, but can be moderate in carbohydrates depending on the amount of added sugar or sweet syrup. It is a good source of dietary fiber and provides small amounts of vitamins like C and E, along with minerals such as calcium and magnesium. A typical serving contains roughly 100-150 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	120 kcal
Protein	1 g
Carbs	30 g
Fat	0.5 g
Fiber	2.5 g
Sugar	25 g
Vitamin C	5 mg
Vitamin E	1.5 mg
Calcium	50 mg
Magnesium	15 mg
Potassium	100 mg
Manganese	0.3 mg
Folate	10 µg
Choline	5 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, aloe vera is prized not just as a food but as a medicinal plant, believed to aid digestion and promote skin health. Nutritionally, the gel is unique for containing acemannan, a type of soluble fiber that acts as a prebiotic, supporting gut health.