Patrotic Gelatin Salad

This classic patriotic gelatin salad is a nostalgic treat perfect for summer barbecues, July 4th celebrations, and family gatherings. Featuring alternating layers of vibrant strawberry and blueberry gelatin with a rich, smooth vanilla sour cream mixture, it offers a delightful balance of tart fruitiness and creamy sweetness. The distinct red, white, and blue layers make it a visually stunning centerpiece that is just as fun to eat as it is to look at. Easy to prepare ahead of time, this no-bake dessert chills beautifully, allowing the flavors to meld into a refreshing, jiggly delight that appeals to both kids and adults alike.

Cooking Method: Boiling

Cuisine: Latin American

Courses: Salads

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 1

Calories: 154.7

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This classic patriotic gelatin salad is a nostalgic treat perfect for summer barbecues, July 4th celebrations, and family gatherings. Featuring alternating layers of vibrant strawberry and blueberry gelatin with a rich, smooth vanilla sour cream mixture, it offers a delightful balance of tart fruitiness and creamy sweetness. The distinct red, white, and blue layers make it a visually stunning centerpiece that is just as fun to eat as it is to look at. Easy to prepare ahead of time, this no-bake dessert chills beautifully, allowing the flavors to meld into a refreshing, jiggly delight that appeals to both kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

2 package Blue berry flavored gelatin 2 Envelopes
3 oz Ea
2 cups Milk
2 package Strawberry flavored gelatin
1 cups Sugar
3 oz Ea
2 cups Sour cream -- 16 oz
4 cups Boiling water -- divided
2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups Cold water -- divided Unflavored gelatin

Directions

1
In four separate bowls, dissolve each package of gelatin in 1 cup boiling water.
2
Add 1/2 cup cold water to each bowl and stir well.
3
Pour one bowl of blue gelatin into an oiled 10-inch fluted tube pan.
4
Chill the pan until the blue layer is almost set, about 30 minutes.
5
Set the other three bowls of gelatin aside at room temperature.
6
Soften unflavored gelatin in the remaining cold water and let stand for 5 minutes.
7
Heat milk in a saucepan over medium heat just below boiling.
8
Stir in the softened gelatin and sugar until the sugar is completely dissolved.
9
Remove from heat and stir in sour cream and vanilla until smooth.
10
When the blue gelatin in the pan is almost set, carefully spoon 1 1/2 cups of the sour cream mixture over it.
11
Chill until the cream layer is almost set, about 30 minutes.
12
Carefully spoon one bowl of strawberry gelatin over the cream layer.
13
Chill until almost set.
14
Carefully spoon 1-1/2 cups of the remaining cream mixture over the strawberry layer.
15
Chill until almost set.
16
Repeat layering with the remaining blue gelatin, cream mixture, and strawberry gelatin, chilling in between each layer.
17
Chill for several hours or overnight until completely firm.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 154.7kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.6g1%
Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 59.9mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 3.4g2%
Dietary Fiber 0.8g4%
Sugars 2.1g
Protein 41.9g84%

* 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

Ensure each layer is almost set but not completely hard before adding the next layer to prevent cracking and ensure clean separation.

To unmold, run a warm knife around the edge of the pan and briefly dip the bottom of the pan in warm water. Invert onto a serving platter.

This dessert can be made up to 24 hours in advance. Cover tightly with plastic wrap while chilling.

For a lighter version, you may substitute low-fat sour cream or Greek yogurt for the sour cream in the cream layers.

Keywords: patriotic, gelatin, salad, red, white, blue, layered, dessert, strawberry, blueberry, sour cream, custard, no-bake, summer, july 4th, nostalgic, chilled, festive

Read it online: https://www.chefs-mate.com/recipe/patrotic-gelatin-salad/