4th of July Jello cups are colorful and festive desserts that feature layers of blue, white, and red colored gelatin stacked on top of each other. You can serve them individually in small glass jars or plastic cups. They are great for 4th of July parties and get-togethers. Both kids and adults will love these jiggly and fruity Jello cups.
About This Recipe
These layered Jello cups are refreshing and fun desserts perfect for parties, family gatherings, or any occasion. The 4th of July jello cups are typically made by layering red, white, and blue colored gelatins in small cups and topping them with whipped cream and sprinkles. They are a festive and joyful way to celebrate the 4th of July.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Make ahead recipe: You can make this dessert ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 5-6 days.
- Easy to make: Layered red, white, and blue Jello cups are simple to prepare and do not require any special culinary skills.
- Customizable: You can use different flavors for the Jello layers. For the red layer strawberry or any red-colored Jello will work and for the blue layer, you can use blue raspberry or blueberry Jello.
- Perfect for parties: These red, white, and blue Jello cups make a great dessert option for 4th of July parties and get-togethers.
What You Need to Make 4th of July Jello Cups
- Red gelatin: For the red layer of the dessert, you can use strawberry Jello or any other red-colored Jello you like.
- Blue gelatin: For the blue layer of the dessert, you can use blue raspberry or blueberry Jello.
- Unflavored gelatin: Unflavored gelatin, also known as plain gelatin is usually used as a gelling agent in foods and desserts. To make the white layer of this dessert, we need unflavored gelatin.
- Sweetened condensed milk: Sweetened condensed milk is used to give color and flavor to plain gelatin.
- Sprinkles, fresh fruits, and whipped cream for topping
How to Make Red, White, and Blue JELLO Cups
- Combine a packet of blueberry gelatin mix with 1 cup of boiling water in a bowl. Stir until dissolved. Add one cup of cold water and stir. Divide the mixture evenly into serving cups, filling each about 1/3 of the way full.
- Refrigerate until set for 1 hour.
- In a bowl sprinkle unflavoured gelatine over 1/4 cup of cold water and let it sit for 2-3 minutes. Add 3/4 cup of boiling water and stir until gelatin is dissolved. Mix the sweetened condensed milk with plain gelatin mixture until smooth. Allow to cool for 10 minutes. Pour the white gelatin over the blue layer in each cup. Transfer cups to the refrigerator for about 1 hour until set.
- Combine a packet of strawberry gelatin mix with 1 cup of boiling water in a bowl. Stir until dissolved. Add one cup of cold water and stir. Allow to cool for 10 minutes. Pour the red gelatin over the white layer in each cup. Transfer cups to the refrigerator for about 1-2 hours until fully set.
- Top with whipped cream, fresh blueberries, strawberries, or sprinkles.
FAQs
Can I Use Different Flavors Of Jello?
Yes, you can use any flavor of jello that fits the 4th of July color theme.
Can I Make the Jello Cups Ahead of Time?
Yes, you can make Jello cups ahead of time but do not add whipped cream or fruits until just before serving.
How Long Can I Keep the Jello Cups in the Fridge?
You can store the Jello cups in the fridge for up to about 5-6 days.
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Ingredients
- 3 oz package of blue JELLO
- 3 oz package of red JELLO
- 1 packet of unflavored gelatin (.25 oz)
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 3 cups boiling water, divided
- Cold water
- whipped cream
- Sprinkles for topping
Instructions
Step 1
Combine a packet of blueberry gelatin mix with 1 cup of boiling water in a bowl. Stir until dissolved. Add one cup of cold water and stir. Divide the mixture evenly into serving cups, filling each about 1/3 of the way full. Refrigerate until set for 1 hour.
Step 2
In a bowl sprinkle unflavoured gelatine over 1/4 cup of cold water and let it sit for 2-3 minutes. Add 3/4 cup of boiling water and stir until gelatin is dissolved. Mix the sweetened condensed milk with plain gelatin mixture until smooth. Allow to cool for 10 minutes. Pour the white gelatin over the blue layer in each cup. Transfer cups to the refrigerator for about 1 hour until set.
Step 3
Combine a packet of strawberry gelatin mix with 1 cup of boiling water in a bowl. Stir until dissolved. Add one cup of cold water and stir. Allow to cool for 10 minutes. Pour the red gelatin over the white layer in each cup. Transfer cups to the refrigerator for about 1-2 hours until fully set.
Step 4
Top with whipped cream, fresh blueberries, strawberries, or sprinkles.
