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A clear plastic cup full of blue jello, cool whip and red jello desecrated with more cool whip and sprinkles.
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Red, White, and Blue Jello Cups

Red White and Blue Jello Cups are easy eye-catching layered desserts that have a refreshing taste that will impress everyone at your 4th of July celebrations.
Prep Time15 minutes
Chill Time, divided5 hours
Total Time5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 164kcal
Author: Karin and Ken

Ingredients

Optional Garnish

Instructions

  • Prepare a place in your refrigerator where 6 cups will fit. I like to put mine on a baking sheet for easy moving.
  • Prepare berry blue jello according to the package directions. I used the Speed-Set Method with ice cubes.
  • Transfer jello to a cup with a spout or use a turkey baster to distribute jello evenly among 6 clear plastic cups.
  • Place cups in the refrigerator for 2 hours or until set to the touch.
  • Spoon Cool Whip on top of blue jello. Be sure to save some to top your cups with. Gently shake to level the whipped topping.
  • Place cups in a freezer for 1 hour or until Cool Whip is hard to the touch.
  • Prepare cherry jello and add it on top of the Cool Whip in all 6 cups.
  • Place cups in the refrigerator for 2 hour or until set to the touch.
  • If you choose, top with whipped cream and sprinkles or a cherry.

Notes

  • Calories are calculated using regular jello, not sugar free.
  • Serve any of our popular red white and blue desserts. They will all look amazing on a dessert table.
    We also have a list of our favorite July 4 casseroles if interested.
  • Choose the right Jello flavors and colors to match your event.
  • Place disposable cups on a cookie sheet to make jello cups so you can easily move the cups in and out of the fridge during the setting process.
  • Allow each layer to set before adding the next to maintain distinct colors.
  • Cool Jello before pouring into cups to make the next layer.
  • Keep layers as equal and as even as possible.
  • Use a measuring cup with a spout or a turkey baster to gently pour the Jello into each cup to prevent splashing or creating air bubbles.
  • Garnish with whipped topping or whipped cream, fresh fruit, maraschino cherries and/or sprinkles.

Nutrition

Calories: 164kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 159mg | Potassium: 43mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 66IU | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 0.05mg