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Layered Jello for Mardi Gras

Layered Jello for Mardi Gras is the perfect treat for Fat Tuesday. The whole family will love digging into these colorful Jello cups.
Prep Time30 minutes
Resting Time6 hours
Total Time6 hours 30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 162kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • small disposable cups

Ingredients

  • 3 ounce box Jello Lemon Gelatin
  • 3 ounce box Jello Grape Gelatin
  • 3 ounce box Jello Lime Gelatin
  • Water according to package directions
  • Whipped cream if desired
  • Decorative sprinkles or sugars if desired

Instructions

  • Prepare grape Jell-o according to package directions. While the gelatin is still liquid, pour equal amounts into 6 clear cups. Refrigerate until set, about 2 hours.
  • Prepare lemon Jell-o according to package directions. While the gelatin is still liquid, pour equal amounts over the grape Jell-o. Refrigerate until set, about 2 hours.
  • Prepare lime Jell-o according to package directions. While the gelatin is still liquid, pour equal amounts over the lemon Jell-o. Refrigerate until set, about 2 hours.
  • Before serving, top with whipped cream and decorative sprinkles.

Notes

  • To get the perfect layered Jell-o cups, make sure to cool each layer fully before adding the next one.
  • When stirring in the sprinkles, add them slowly so that they don’t sink to the bottom.
  • Keep these cups cool until you are ready to serve them.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 162kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 3g | Sodium: 198mg | Potassium: 3mg | Sugar: 37g | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 0.1mg