Twelve Layer Jello Recipes

LAYERED RAINBOW JELLO

Steps:

• Bottom (purple) layer: Dissolve a 3-ounce package of grape flavored jello with 1 teaspoon of unflavored gelatin (1/2 envelope of Knox unflavored gelatin) in 1 cup of boiling water by stirring until completely dissolved. Pour into a 9x13-inch pan and transfer to the refrigerator. Make sure the pan is sitting completely flat. Chill until completely set, about 30 minutes.
• Second (white) layer: Make this layer at the same time as the bottom layer. Stir 2 teaspoons (1 envelope) of Knox unflavored gelatin in 1 cup of boiling water until dissolved. Add 1/2 can of sweetened condensed milk and stir until combined. Let this sit out on the counter until cooled to room temperature, but not yet set while the previous layer sets up in the fridge.
• Once the first colored layer has set, make the next colored layer (berry blue) following the directions in Step 1 so it can start to cool. Then pour 3/4 cup of the white jello mixture over the colored layer and gently tilt the pan side to side for even distribution. Return jello to the refrigerator to set up, which takes about 20 minutes.
• Continue to make layers following steps 1 & 2, alternating flavored colorful layers (the next colors in rainbow order are green, yellow, orange, and red) with the creamy white layers, letting the jello set between each addition until all of the jello has been used up. You will need to make the white layer a couple of times because even without refrigeration it will set up on the counter if you make it all at once.
• Once the jello is completely set, slice into 1-inch squares using a paring knife (not a serrated blade which leaves marks in the jello) and serve. A small spatula will help you get the jello cubes out of the pan.

CHRISTMAS LAYERED JELLO

Steps:

• Spray silicone molds or a 9 x 13 inch pan with nonstick spray. Place molds on a cookie sheet.
• Microwave 2 cups of water until boiling.
• Place red jello in a mixing bowl, then pour boiling water over jello and stir to dissolve. (Or you can start with green...start with whatever color you want on top.)
• Pour a thin layer over the bottom of the mold or pan. Place in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes until jello is set.
• Boil another 1 ½ cups water. Place both envelopes of unflavored gelatin in a bowl, pour ½ cup cold water over the gelatin and stir until dissolved. Add the condensed milk and stir to combine. Add the 1 ½ cups boiling water over the milk and mix. Pour a thin layer over the red layer and return to the refrigerator for another 10-15 minutes.
• Microwave another 2 cups of water till boiling.
• Place green jello in a mixing bowl, then pour boiling water over the jello and stir to dissolve.
• Pour a thin layer of green over the white layer, then return to the refrigerator till set for about 15 minutes.
• Pour another layer of white over the green and return to the refrigerator for another 15 minutes.
• Continue till you have all layers: Red, white, green, white, red, white, green, white, red.
• If jello starts to gel in the bowl, heat for 10 to 15 seconds and stir well.
• If you are using small silicone layers, you may want to just do three layers, red, white and green.
• Refrigerate for an additional 2 hours so it will be totally set up. Unmold, or cut into small squares.
• Serve with whipped cream.

12 LAYER RAINBOW JELLO

Steps:

• Mix each package of jello, separately, with 1 cup boiling water. Divide in half. Pour first half in pan. Chill in freezer for 10 to 15 minutes. Mix second half with 1/3 cup sour cream or Cool Whip. Pour over first layer; chill. Continue layers alternately until all 12 layers are done.
• Can use red and green for Christmas or orange and purple for Halloween.

TWELVE LAYER JELLO

Steps:

• Add 1 cup boiling water to cherry jello.
• Stir until dissolved.
• Divide in half.
• To 1/2 the jello, slowly add 1/3 cup sour cream& stir until smooth.
• Pour into a 9x13 pan.
• Chill 25 minutes.
• Add 2 Tablespoons cold water to remaining jello& pour over first layer.
• Let set 15 minutes.
• Repeat process for each flavor, using flavors in given order for color effect.
• (You can use any combination of flavors/colors you wish to make the desired color combination.) When completely cooled& firm, slice into squares& serve.

LAYERED JELLO RIBBON SALAD RECIPE

Steps:

• Add the boiling water to the powdered gelatin. Stir until completely dissolved.
• Add the cold water. Pour into your dish/dishes, filling only 1/3 full. Chill until set (this may take an hour or more).
• If you are using a jello mold, look in the post above for extra instructions.
• Add the boiling water to the lemon gelatin. Stir until dissolved.
• Add miniature marshmallows and stir until dissolved. If the marshmallows don't want to dissolve, you may have to warm it a bit more.
• Add the crushed pineapples and chill until slightly thickened.
• Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add the thawed cool whip and mix until incorporated.
• Add the chilled lemon jello mixture to the cream cheese mixture and mix well.
• Spread this mixture over top of the bottom gelatin mixture once it is chilled and set. It doesn't need to be completely firm but firm enough to hold the weight.
• Add the boiling water to the powdered gelatin and stir until dissolved.
• Add the cold water and chill.
• Place this layer over the top of the chilled and set cream cheese layer. Chill till firm.