This classic Seven Layer Jello Salad is a nostalgic favorite that combines the smooth richness of vanilla cream with the bright, fruity flavors of lime, orange, lemon, and cherry gelatin. The result is a visually stunning dessert with alternating textures’silky white layers punctuated by translucent, jiggly color bands. ItâÂÂs perfect for potlucks, holidays, or any gathering where a show-stopping sweet treat is needed. Easy to assemble in a standard baking dish, this recipe requires patience as each layer sets, but the payoff is a refreshing and satisfying finale to any meal. Serve chilled for the best texture and flavor.
Seven Layer Jello Salad
Description
This classic Seven Layer Jello Salad is a nostalgic favorite that combines the smooth richness of vanilla cream with the bright, fruity flavors of lime, orange, lemon, and cherry gelatin. The result is a visually stunning dessert with alternating textures&# 226;ÂÂsilky white layers punctuated by translucent, jiggly color bands. ItâÂÂs perfect for potlucks, holidays, or any gathering where a show-stopping sweet treat is needed. Easy to assemble in a standard baking dish, this recipe requires patience as each layer sets, but the payoff is a refreshing and satisfying finale to any meal. Serve chilled for the best texture and flavor.Ingredients
Directions
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Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray or salad oil.
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Dissolve one package of green Jello in 1 cup of hot water, then stir in 1/2 cup of cold water.
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Pour the green Jello mixture into the prepared dish and refrigerate until set, approximately 30-45 minutes.
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In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of milk to a boil; add 1 cup of sugar and stir until completely dissolved. Remove from heat.
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In a small bowl, dissolve 2 envelopes of unflavored Knox gelatin in 1/2 cup of cold water.
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Stir the dissolved gelatin into the warm milk and sugar mixture.
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Add 2 cups of sour cream and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract to the milk mixture; blend with an electric mixer until smooth and well combined.
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Allow the cream mixture to cool until fairly cool but still liquid.
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Pour 1 1/2 cups of the cream mixture over the set green Jello layer and refrigerate until sticky to the touch, about 30 minutes.
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Dissolve one package of orange Jello in hot water and cold water as directed on the package; let cool slightly.
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Pour the orange Jello layer over the cream layer and refrigerate until firm.
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Pour another 1 1/2 cups of the remaining cream mixture over the set orange layer and refrigerate until sticky.
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Prepare yellow (lemon) Jello as directed, let cool, and pour over the cream layer; refrigerate until firm.
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Pour the remaining cream mixture over the set yellow layer and refrigerate until sticky.
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Prepare red (cherry) Jello as directed, let cool, and pour over the final cream layer; refrigerate until completely set.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 40.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.1g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 53.0mg3%
- Total Carbohydrate 10.0g4%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 9.0g
- Protein 0.0g0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Make sure each Jello layer is cooled slightly before pouring over the cream layer to prevent melting the previous layer.
Each layer typically takes 30-45 minutes to set. You can speed up the process by preparing all Jello flavors in advance and keeping them in the refrigerator until needed.
For easier serving, run a knife around the edges of the dish before cutting.
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
