Make Rainbow Jello

Ever made an edible Jello rainbow? Although rainbow Jello takes several hours to assemble, the process is simple and it's a great snack for the kids. Here are the steps to make your own rainbow Jello.

Ingredients

Makes approximately 10 servings; double if necessary.

  • 1 cup whipped topping (optional)
  • 1 small box of each Jello color: red, blue , yellow , green , orange , and purple

Steps

Set Up

  1. Select a tray or baking pan.
  2. Clear a spot in your refrigerator large enough to accommodate the pan.
  3. Set clear plastic cups in the pan or tray.

Make Rainbow Jello

  1. Prepare one batch of Jello according to the directions on the packet. For an authentic rainbow effect, start with red and work your way upwards through the color spectrum (or choose purple and work downwards).

    • If there is a "quick chill" method involving ice cubes, use that method.
  2. Fill the bottom of each cup with the first batch of Jello. Make the levels even for the nicest effect, then set the leftover Jello aside.<p>
  3. Place the pan in the refrigerator for approximately 15 minutes to set.
  4. Mix a few tablespoons of whipped topping into the leftover Jello mix if desired. If you don’t want whipped layers in your rainbow, skip this step.
  5. Remove the cups from the refrigerator and place a thin layer of the opaque mixture onto the first color if desired. Again, skip this step if you’d prefer not to include whipped cream in the Jello.
  6. Repeat the steps above for each color, allowing for approximately 15 minutes of refrigerator time between every layer. Garnish with a dollop of whipped topping if desired.

Tips

  • Though this recipe recommend a 15-minute set time per layer, the actual time will vary based on the temperature of your refrigerator. Before applying additional layers, touch the topmost layer to see if it has set; if it’s firm to the touch but still sticky, it’s ready for the next layer.
  • If the opaque layer starts to set up before you get to spoon it out, place in the microwave for a moment to reconstitute it to a slightly liquid state.
  • You may substitute vegan gelatins such as agar or vegetable gums.

Warnings

  • Adding fruit to this recipe, while interesting, disrupts the "rainbow." If you want to make multi-colored Jello fruit salad, go for it! (But don't add pineapple, papaya or kiwi unless it is cooked, because fresh versions contain an enzyme which might prevent the Jello from setting). If you want to make edible rainbows, stick with the recipe.
  • Water that is heated in the microwave can overheat and erupt when handled. Always wait for bubbles before you open the door. If you don't get bubbles after a reasonable period of time, do not open the door or reach in until the water has had ample time to cool. Alternatively, just heat it over the stove.
  • Jello is not a vegetarian dessert. Gelatin is a protein produced by partial hydrolysis of collagen extracted from the bones, connective tissues, organs, and some intestines of animals such as cattle and horses.

Things You'll Need

  • Ten 10-ounce clear plastic cups
  • A cake pan or tray large enough to hold the cups
  • Refrigerator

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