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4th of July Fruit & Jello Cups: A Festive Recipe!

A festive and colorful dessert perfect for celebrating the 4th of July, featuring layers of red gelatin and fresh fruit.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups boiling water
  • 2 3-ounce packages of red gelatin (strawberry or cherry)
  • 2 cups cold water
  • 2 cups blueberries
  • 2 cups diced strawberries
  • 2 cups whipped topping optional for serving
  • 1 cup vodka optional for boozy version

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the red gelatin in the boiling water, stirring until completely dissolved.
  2. If making the boozy version, add the vodka to the cold water and mix it with the gelatin mixture. For the family-friendly version, simply add the cold water.
  3. Stir in the blueberries and diced strawberries into the gelatin mixture.
  4. Pour the mixture evenly into clear plastic cups or small glass jars, filling each about three-quarters full.
  5. Refrigerate the cups for at least 4 hours or until the gelatin is fully set.
  6. Once set, top each cup with a dollop of whipped topping if desired, and garnish with additional fruit for a festive touch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gSodium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For a layered effect, prepare the red gelatin first, let it set, then add a layer of blue gelatin made with blue raspberry gelatin for a more colorful presentation.
  • You can substitute the fruit with other berries like raspberries or blackberries for a different flavor profile.

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