Louis Francois Porcine Gelatin Powder 200 Bloom is a versatile gelling and stabilizing agent made from pig skin. It creates a firm yet elastic gel, making it a reliable choice for mousses, panna cotta, jellies, marshmallows, terrines, aspics, and other preparations that need clean texture and dependable setting power.
Use
Sprinkle the gelatin into cold water at about 5 times its weight, stir gently, and let it bloom for at least 1 hour. Then melt gently in a water bath at around 55°C, without going above 80°C, until fully dissolved. For best performance, use the prepared gelatin within 24 hours and keep it refrigerated with film in contact.
Recommended Dosage
Use at 1 to 4% of total recipe weight, depending on the texture you want:
- 1 to 2% for softer gels such as panna cotta and mousse
- 2 to 4% for firmer structures such as jellies, candies, and terrines
Applications / Practical Uses
- Mousses, bavarois, and panna cotta
- Fruit jellies, inserts, and glazes
- Marshmallows and aerated confectionery
- Terrines, aspics, and savoury gels
- Molded or chilled recipes that need reliable binding and structure
Observations
Fine white powder with no noticeable odour and a neutral taste. It hydrates in cold water, dissolves in warm water, and delivers a smooth, stable texture with 200 bloom strength.
Differences from Other Gelatins
Compared with fish gelatin, porcine gelatin has a more classic gelatin texture and a higher melting point, making it easier to work with in many pastry and savoury applications. Compared with higher-bloom gelatins, this 200 bloom version gives a more balanced set that is firm enough for structure while still remaining flexible and pleasant in the mouth. For production use, the powder format also allows precise scaling and easy adjustment across different batch sizes.
Origin
Gelatin derived from acid-treated pig skin.
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Inventory Last Updated: Apr 02, 2026
