Cozy Christmas Sparkle Jello Cups
These festive Jello cups are filled with suspended star sprinkles, creating a magical, glittery effect that kids and adults love. Quick to make with simple ingredients, they’re perfect for holiday parties and family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes (includes setting time)
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 boxes (3 oz each) Jello gelatin (berry blue and cherry red recommended)
- 2 cups boiling water (divided)
- 2 cups cold water (divided)
- 1/4 cup star-shaped sprinkles (hard, nonpareil-style)
- Whipped cream for topping (optional)
- Small clear plastic cups (4 oz each)
Instructions
- Start with the first flavor: Pour one box of Jello into a medium bowl. Add 1 cup of boiling water and whisk for about 2 minutes until completely dissolved.
- Add 1 cup of cold water and stir. Let it sit for 5 minutes at room temperature until lukewarm.
- Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of star sprinkles into the lukewarm Jello and stir gently for about 10 seconds.
- Pour the mixture into clear cups, filling them about halfway. Place on a tray and refrigerate for about 45 minutes until partially set.
- While the first layer sets, repeat steps 1-3 with the second flavor and remaining sprinkles. Let it sit at room temperature.
- After 45 minutes, gently pour the second color on top of the first layer.
- Return cups to the fridge for at least 3 hours or overnight until fully set.
- Before serving, top with whipped cream and extra sprinkles if desired. Serve cold.
Notes
Add sprinkles when Jello is lukewarm (not hot) to keep them suspended. Use hard, nonpareil-style sprinkles; avoid soft ones. Make up to 3 days ahead and add whipped cream just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (4 oz)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 16
- Sodium: 40
- Carbohydrates: 16
- Protein: 1
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