Name: Easter Rainbow Jello Cups
Ingredients: Jello in Assorted Colors (6 boxes, 3 oz each): You’ll need six different colors to create a vibrant rainbow. Popular choices include: Red: Strawberry, Raspberry, or Cherry; Orange: Orange; Yellow: Lemon or Pineapple; Green: Lime or Green Apple; Blue: Blue Raspberry or Berry Blue; Purple: Grape or Black Cherry; Boiling Water (6 cups): Essential for dissolving the gelatin and creating a smooth jello. Ensure water is at a rolling boil for best results.; Cold Water (3 cups): Used to cool down the jello mixture and help it set properly. Ice water is ideal for speeding up the setting process.; Whipped Topping (Optional, for garnish): Adds a creamy, decadent touch and a beautiful contrast to the jello colors. Use store-bought or homemade whipped cream.; Easter Sprinkles (Optional, for garnish): Enhance the festive look and add a fun crunch. Choose pastel colors or Easter-themed shapes.; Fresh Fruit (Optional, for layering or garnish): Berries like strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries can be added between layers or used as a fresh topping. Adds flavor, texture, and nutritional value.; Clear Plastic Cups or Dessert Glasses: For individual servings and showcasing the rainbow layers. Choose clear cups to fully appreciate the vibrant colors.

Ingredients

Jello in Assorted Colors (6 boxes, 3 oz each): You’ll need six different colors to create a vibrant rainbow. Popular choices include:
- Red: Strawberry, Raspberry, or Cherry
- Orange: Orange
- Yellow: Lemon or Pineapple
- Green: Lime or Green Apple
- Blue: Blue Raspberry or Berry Blue
- Purple: Grape or Black Cherry
Choose sugar-free options for a lighter dessert.
Boiling Water (6 cups): Essential for dissolving the gelatin and creating a smooth jello. Ensure water is at a rolling boil for best results.
Cold Water (3 cups): Used to cool down the jello mixture and help it set properly. Ice water is ideal for speeding up the setting process.
Whipped Topping (Optional, for garnish): Adds a creamy, decadent touch and a beautiful contrast to the jello colors. Use store-bought or homemade whipped cream.
Easter Sprinkles (Optional, for garnish): Enhance the festive look and add a fun crunch. Choose pastel colors or Easter-themed shapes.
Fresh Fruit (Optional, for layering or garnish): Berries like strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries can be added between layers or used as a fresh topping. Adds flavor, texture, and nutritional value.
Clear Plastic Cups or Dessert Glasses: For individual servings and showcasing the rainbow layers. Choose clear cups to fully appreciate the vibrant colors.

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Instructions

Prepare Your Workspace and Cups: Arrange your clear plastic cups or dessert glasses on a stable surface. Have all your Jello boxes, boiling water, and cold water readily available. Working efficiently will help ensure smooth layering.
First Layer – Red Jello: Open one box of red Jello (strawberry, raspberry, or cherry). In a medium-sized bowl, pour the Jello powder. Add 1 cup of boiling water to the bowl and stir continuously with a whisk or spoon until the Jello powder is completely dissolved. This usually takes about 2-3 minutes. Ensure no granules remain.
Add Cold Water and Chill: Pour ½ cup of cold water into the dissolved Jello mixture and stir gently to combine. Carefully pour the red Jello mixture evenly into the bottom of each of your prepared cups. You want to create a thin, even layer, about ¼ to ½ inch deep.
Chill Until Set (First Layer): Place the filled cups in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1-2 hours, or until the red Jello layer is completely firm. It should be set enough to support the next layer without mixing. To test for firmness, gently touch the surface of the jello – it should be solid and not liquidy.
Prepare Second Layer – Orange Jello: While the red layer is chilling, prepare the orange Jello layer. Repeat steps 2 and 3 using the orange Jello powder, 1 cup of boiling water, and ½ cup of cold water in a clean bowl.
Add Second Layer (Orange) and Chill: Once the red layer is fully set, carefully and slowly pour the orange Jello mixture over the top of the red layer in each cup. Pour gently to avoid disturbing the set red layer. Return the cups to the refrigerator and chill for another 1-2 hours, or until the orange layer is firm.
Prepare Remaining Layers (Yellow, Green, Blue, Purple): Continue this layering process, one color at a time, following the rainbow order: yellow, green, blue, and finally purple. For each color layer:
- Prepare the Jello mixture as described in steps 2 and 3, using the corresponding color Jello powder, boiling water, and cold water.
- Ensure the previous layer is fully set before carefully pouring the next layer on top.
- Chill each layer for 1-2 hours until firm before adding the next.
Final Chill: After adding the final purple layer, chill the Easter Rainbow Jello Cups for at least 2-3 hours, or preferably overnight, to ensure all layers are completely set and firm. This longer chilling time will make them easier to serve and hold their shape.
Garnish and Serve (Optional): Just before serving, garnish your Easter Rainbow Jello Cups as desired. You can add a dollop of whipped topping to the top of each cup. Sprinkle with Easter sprinkles for extra festivity. Fresh berries, such as sliced strawberries or blueberries, can also be added for a fresh and colorful touch.
Enjoy!: Serve your vibrant and jiggly Easter Rainbow Jello Cups and watch the smiles spread across faces of all ages!

Nutrition

Serving Size: one normal portion
Calories: 100
Sugar: 22g