Red White and Blue Jello
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Red White and Blue Jello
Description
Red White and Blue Jello consists of three main layers: a base of berry blue gelatin, a smooth middle of Cool Whip, and a red cherry gelatin top finished with a maraschino cherry garnish. The berry blue gelatin is first set in clear cups to form a firm base. After chilling, a creamy Cool Whip layer is gently spread on top to add a smooth contrast. Finally, slightly cooled red gelatin is poured carefully over the Cool Whip to create the top layer without melting the cream. Chilling between each layer ensures clean separation and proper setting. The presentation is bright and visually appealing, with the cherry stem poking out like a small focal point.
The dessert is served chilled and offers a light, refreshing combination of fruity gelatin and creamy texture. It is fitting for patriotic or themed occasions where visual appeal matters. Adjustments in flavor combinations and colors can be made to personalize this dessert according to preference or availability of flavors.
The recipe notes suggest experimenting with different flavors or colors if desired to customize the appearance and taste. The layered setting times and temperature considerations are important to maintain the layers' integrity and consistency.
Ingredients
- (1) 6 ounce cherry gelatin dessert or other red flavor, package of
- (2) 3 ounce berry blue gelatin dessert packages of
- (1) 8 ounce Cool Whip container of
- maraschino cherries (with stems)
- Clear Plastic Cups
Instructions
- Make the Berry Blue Jello according to the package instructions. Fill your cups 1/3 full with the Berry Blue Jello (I used about 1/3 cup for my cups).
- Place in fridge for 1 hour (or 10 minutes in the freezer if you're in a hurry).
- Fill cups another 1/3 full with Cool Whip, smoothing out the top. I used about 2 tablespoons for my cups).
- Place in freezer.
- Make Cherry Jello immediately. Let cool in fridge for 20 minutes. You don't want to Jello to solidify at all, you just need it to cool down so you can pour it on top of your Cool Whip without melting it.
- Remove cups from freezer and jello from fridge. Fill the remainder of your cup with red jello (leave a little bit of room at the top).
- Refrigerate for another 20 minutes or just until jello starts to set slightly. Push one maraschino cherry with stem into the red jello, leaving the stem stick out like a little firework.
- Refrigerate for another 30 minutes, or until jello is firm. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use the cooling time to properly set each gelatin layer before adding the next to ensure distinct layers.
- Cool the red gelatin slightly before pouring to prevent melting the Cool Whip layer.
- Substitute flavors and colors to create different themed versions of this layered dessert.
- Serve chilled and consume within a reasonable time to maintain texture and appearance.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 187 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 187kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 33g | 11% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 160mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 33mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 31g | 62% |
| Vitamin A | 155IU | 3% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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