Coffee Jelly

Note: Makes 4 servings, Total Carbohydrates: 8

Ingredients:
2 Tbsp. water
2 1/2 tsp. gelatin
1 1/2 cups water
1 1/2 tsp. liquid sweetener
1 Tbsp. Splenda
1/2 cup brewed espresso
1/2 cup whipping cream
Optional whipped cream and whole coffee beans for garnishing

Place the 2 Tbsp. water in a small bowl and sprinkle the gelatin over the surface. Let stand until the gelatin softens. Heat 1/2 cup of the 1 1/2 cups water in a small saucepan. Do not let it boil. Add the gelatin and stir until it dissolves.

Add the sweetener, Splenda, remaining water and espresso. Stir well. Measure out 3/4 cup of the espresso mixture into a small bowl. Add the cream to the remaining mixture. Stir well and pour into 4 small dessert dishes. Place both mixtures into the fridge to chill for at least 4 hours.

Remove the plain jelly from the bowl and cut into 1/2-inch cubes and pile onto the jelly in the dishes. Garnish with more whipped cream if you like and a coffee bean or two.