Gelatin Squares
Gelatin squares, often called 'jello shots' in a party context or simply 'jello' as a dessert, are a wobbly, translucent treat made by dissolving gelatin powder in hot water, then chilling it with cold water or juice until set. The base ingredients are typically gelatin, sweetener, and liquid, with popular flavors ranging from fruit juices to creamy variations.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This is a high-carbohydrate, low-fat, and low-protein food, with its calories coming almost entirely from sugars. A standard serving provides minimal nutrients beyond a small amount of protein from the gelatin itself, and typically contains around 70-100 calories per 100g.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 140 kcal |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Carbs | 33 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 30 g |
| Sodium | 45 mg |
| Potassium | 20 mg |
| Calcium | 10 mg |
| Iron | 0.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 15 mg |
| Selenium | 1 µg |
| Copper | 0.1 mg |
| Manganese | 0.05 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a nostalgic staple of childhood parties and potlucks in many Western countries, prized for its playful texture and vibrant colors. Nutritionally, it's unique as one of the few desserts that is almost pure protein (collagen) in its base form, though it's usually consumed with added sugars that overshadow this benefit.
