Description
Colorful layered Jello cups with raspberry, lime, and orange gelatin, fresh fruit, and optional alcohol. A refreshing and fun dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (3 ounce) package of raspberry flavored gelatin
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1/2 cup raspberry flavored vodka (optional, can substitute with cold water)
- 1 cup fresh raspberries, divided
- 1 (3 ounce) package of lime flavored gelatin
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1/2 cup lime flavored rum (optional, can substitute with cold water)
- 1 cup fresh blueberries, divided
- 1 (3 ounce) package of orange flavored gelatin
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1/2 cup orange flavored liqueur (optional, can substitute with cold water)
- 1 cup fresh mandarin orange segments, divided
- Whipped cream, for topping (optional)
- Fresh mint leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, carefully pour 1 cup of boiling water over the raspberry flavored gelatin powder. Stir continuously until the gelatin is completely dissolved (2-3 minutes). Ensure no granules remain.
- Once dissolved, add 1/2 cup of cold water and 1/2 cup of raspberry flavored vodka (or another 1/2 cup of cold water). Stir well.
- Gently fold in 1/2 cup of fresh raspberries, distributing evenly.
- Divide the raspberry gelatin mixture evenly among 6-8 clear cups, filling about 1/3 of the cup.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm enough to support the next layer.
- In a separate medium bowl, pour 1 cup of boiling water over the lime flavored gelatin powder and stir until completely dissolved.
- Add 1/2 cup of cold water and 1/2 cup of lime flavored rum (or another 1/2 cup of cold water). Stir well.
- Gently fold in 1/2 cup of fresh blueberries, distributing evenly.
- Once the raspberry layer is firm, carefully pour the lime gelatin mixture over it, dividing it evenly among the cups.
- Return the cups to the refrigerator and chill for another 2 hours, or until the lime layer is firm.
- In a third medium bowl, pour 1 cup of boiling water over the orange flavored gelatin powder and stir until completely dissolved.
- Add 1/2 cup of cold water and 1/2 cup of orange flavored liqueur (or another 1/2 cup of cold water). Stir well.
- Gently fold in 1/2 cup of fresh mandarin orange segments, distributing evenly.
- Once the lime layer is firm, carefully pour the orange gelatin mixture over it, dividing it evenly among the cups.
- Return the cups to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to ensure all layers are completely set.
- Before serving, make sure all layers are completely firm.
- If desired, top each jello cup with a dollop of whipped cream just before serving.
- For an extra touch of freshness and visual appeal, garnish each cup with a small fresh mint leaf.
- Serve the jello cups chilled. They are best enjoyed cold!
Notes
- Use high-quality gelatin for best results.
- Ensure gelatin is completely dissolved to avoid a grainy texture.
- Chill each layer thoroughly before adding the next to prevent colors from bleeding.
- Adjust sweetness to taste by adding sugar to the gelatin mixture.
- Experiment with different fruits and flavors.
- Make ahead for convenience.
- For a vegan option, use agar-agar powder.
- To prevent fruit from sinking, chill the gelatin mixture until slightly thickened before adding fruit.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes