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Red White and Blue Jello Stars

Delightful Red White and Blue Jello Stars for Summer Fun

Make these vibrant Red White and Blue Jello Stars for festive summer gatherings. They're quick, fun, and delicious!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 stars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Blue Layer
  • 6 ounce berry blue Jell-O Gives a vibrant blue color and fruity flavor; feel free to swap with any blue Jell-O flavor.
  • 2.75 cups boiling water Essential for dissolving the Jell-O completely; don’t skip this step!
For the Red Layer
  • 6 ounce strawberry Jell-O Offers a bright red color and sweet taste; you can switch it out for other red flavors like cherry or raspberry.
  • 2.75 cups boiling water Just like the blue layer, this is necessary for perfect dissolving!
For the Creamy Layer
  • 2 envelopes unflavored gelatin This helps the dessert have a lovely structure; it's vital for keeping the dessert firm.
  • 0.5 cup cold water Necessary for blooming the gelatin; make sure it’s cold!
  • 1.5 cups boiling water Added to the bloomed gelatin to ensure everything mixes well.
  • 14 ounce sweetened condensed milk This creamy addition enhances flavor and texture; consider using evaporated milk for a lighter version.
For Assembly
  • 1 medium size star cookie cutters Great for cutting out fun star shapes; alternate shapes can add variety for different celebrations.

Equipment

  • 9x13 glass baking dish
  • large bowl
  • Medium size star cookie cutters

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Red White and Blue Jello Stars
  1. Prepare the Blue Jell-O Layer: Start by dissolving the 6-ounce box of berry blue Jell-O in 2 3/4 cups of boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved, then pour into a 9x13 glass baking dish and cool at room temperature for about 15 minutes before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight until firmly set.
  2. Prepare the Red Jell-O Layer: Once the blue layer is set, dissolve another 6-ounce box of strawberry Jell-O in 2 3/4 cups boiling water. Stir until dissolved and cool for 15 minutes before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  3. Bloom the Gelatin for the Creamy Layer: While the Jell-O layers chill, bloom 2 envelopes of unflavored gelatin in 1/2 cup of cold water in a large bowl. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until the gelatin absorbs the water.
  4. Mix the Creamy Layer: After blooming, add 1 1/2 cups of boiling water to the gelatin mixture and stir until dissolved. Whisk in 14-ounce can of sweetened condensed milk to create a smooth mixture. Let cool to room temperature.
  5. Assemble the Jell-O Stars: Cut the set blue and red Jell-O layers into squares. Layer the blue and red squares in a 9x13 glass baking dish to create a festive pattern.
  6. Pour the Creamy Layer Over Jell-O: Gently pour the cooled creamy mixture over the layered Jell-O squares, evenly covering all pieces. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
  7. Cut and Serve the Jell-O Stars: After chilling, use medium-sized star cookie cutters to cut out shapes, lifting them onto a festive platter for serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1starCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSodium: 30mgPotassium: 10mgSugar: 15gCalcium: 2mg

Notes

These Jell-O Stars are perfect for summer gatherings, offering fun and flavor to impress kids and adults alike.

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