These Red White and Blue Jell-O Cups are perfectly layered and only require just a handful of ingredients. They're so easy to whip up too and perfect for Independence Day!
3cupsboiling water, divided use(to prepare the Jell-O)
2cupscold water, divided use(to prepare the Jell-O)
Ice cubes divided use(to prepare the Jell-O)
8ouncetub whipped topping, divided use(Cool Whip)
sprinkles, for garnishing(optional)
Instructions
First, make sure you have enough room in the refrigerator to fit all 6 of these Jell-O Cups. I like to put mine on a baking sheet for easy moving.
Next, prepare Berry Blue Jell-O according to the package directions. I used the Speed-Set Method (directions are also on the back of the Jell-O Box) with ice cubes to prepare this faster. Dissolve gelatin mix in 1 ½ cups boiling water. Add ice to 1 cup cold water to make 2 ½ cups. Stir into gelatin until thickened then remove any unmelted ice. You can also use the traditional method, although it will make this process just a bit longer.
Transfer Jell-O to a bowl or large measuring cup with a spout or use a turkey baster to distribute Jell-O evenly among each of the 6 clear plastic cups.
Place cups in the refrigerator for 1 hour or until set to the touch.
When ready, spoon whipped topping evenly amongst all 6 cups (on top of the blue Jell-O layer). Be sure to save some of the whipped topping to top your cups with later. Gently shake to level the whipped topping layer.
Place cups in the freezer for 1 hour or until whipped topping is firm to the touch.
Prepare Cherry Jell-O as you did the Berry Blue Jell-O using the fast set method. Dissolve gelatin mix in 1 ½ cups boiling water. Add ice to 1 cup cold water to make 2 ½ cups. Stir into gelatin until thickened then remove any unmelted ice.
Then add the cherry gelatin mix evenly on top of the whipped topping layer in each of the cups (either pouring it on using a bowl or large measuring cup with a spout or using a turkey baster to add it on).
Place cups in the refrigerator for 1 hour or until set to the touch.
Top each cup with remaining whipped topping and add sprinkles (if using).
Notes
Please refer to my FAQ’s and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions.
This recipe uses 9 ounce cups, but you can use other sizes like 4 ounces or 6 ounce cups. This will change the quantity that you're making.
If changing the flavor, think about the theme of the cups and the visual layer you're making.
You can use homemade whipped cream in place of Cool Whip.
Always store in the fridge and try to enjoy the same day that you make them.