Description
These layered Jello cups are a visually stunning and refreshing dessert that’s as fun to eat as it is to make. A perfect patriotic treat for summer gatherings, parties, or 4th of July celebrations!
Ingredients
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1 (3 oz) box red Jello (strawberry or cherry)
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1 (3 oz) box blue Jello (berry blue)
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1 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip or homemade)
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2 cups boiling water (1 cup per Jello flavor)
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2 cups cold water (1 cup per Jello flavor)
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Clear plastic cups or dessert glasses
Instructions
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Make red layer: Mix red Jello with 1 cup boiling water, then add 1 cup cold water. Pour into cups (1/3 full). Refrigerate until set (about 1 hour).
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Add white layer: Spoon whipped topping evenly over the red layer. Smooth gently. Chill for 15–20 minutes.
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Make blue layer: Prepare blue Jello the same way as red. Pour on top of the white layer. Chill for another hour or until fully set.
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Top & serve: Garnish with more whipped topping and festive sprinkles or berries before serving.
Notes
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For a cleaner look, pipe whipped topping using a piping bag.
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Chill each layer fully to avoid colors bleeding into each other.
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Can be made 1–2 days ahead — just cover and refrigerate.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes |
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (plus 2.5 hours chilling)
Nutrition
- Calories: 90kal
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: low
- Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Protein: 1g