Jell-O Recipes for Kids
16 fun jiggly desserts and snacks
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Jell-O Recipes for Kids
16 fun jiggly desserts and snacks
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Simple Jell-O Sandcastles
If youve been building sandcastles at the beach all summer long, why not try it in the kitchen? Have your kids add the marshmallow tops and the brown sugar sand for a bit of sunshine on a rainy afternoon.
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Jell-O Fishbowl
Wow your little ones with this whimsical treat packed with Sweedish Fish and jelly-bean "rocks. Theyll never look at Jell-O the same way again.
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Fruity Jell-O Shots
These shots may remind parents of those wild college years, but we think this nonalcoholic version, served up with a side of gummies, is way more fun than any frat party.
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Jell-O Petri Dish Treats
Its alive! The creepy-crawly factor from these jiggly Jell-O petri dishes and sour gummy worms make eating them all that more delightful. A great snack for a science-group study break, perhaps?
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Vegan Jell-O with Agar Agar
Didnt think it was possible to eat Jell-O after going vegan? Think again! Vegan- and vegetarian-friendly ingredient Agar Agar works to make all types of gelatin recipes without animal byproducts.
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Red, White and Blue Jell-O Stars
These stars are perfect for any patriotic holiday, but you can also try making them with different colors and shapes. Let the kids pick!
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Frozen Jell-O Fruit Popsicles
If it's too hot for plain-old Jell-O, try it as a frozen treat. These Jell-O popsicles are loaded with fruit, making this an extra sweet, refreshing snack.
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Stained-Glass Jell-O
Pretty as a picture! You might want to take a photograph of these beautiful stained-glass Jell-O squares once you make them because your kids will gobble them up fast.
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Rainbow Jellies
Who doesnt love a colorful, jiggly treat? These jellies would be a fun snack to make when your child is learning about ROY G. BIV in class.
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Jell-O Parfait
Throw a few dollops of Cool Whip on top of some Jell-O cubes, and youve got a simple, chilled summer treat for the family.
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Pineapple-Raspberry Jell-O Bites
Think kid-friendly Jell-O cant work as a grown-up appetizer? These elegant pineapple-raspberry squares will make you reconsider.
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Striped Jell-O Bites
Earn your (Jell-O) stripes! This layered treat is a beautiful appetizer for a party or just a dressed-up afternoon snack.
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Summer Cherry Jell-O Salad
Can you call something this sweet a true salad? With cherries, yogurt and sliced almonds, this treat can be served as a side during dinner or as a fruity dessert.
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Fruity Jell-O Cups
For parent chefs who need to break out of the Jell-O mold: If you find your gelatin creation crumbling, make it work with pretty cups like these — and a little kitchen magic.
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Raspberry Lemonade Jell-O Squares
If youre a lemonade-lover who wishes you could eat it for dessert, too, these jello bites are just for you. Easy and elegant, this recipe will convince you that its hip — and tasty! — to be square.
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Grape Jiggle Cups
Kids can get their fruit fix and sweet fix with these cups, which are made with 100% grape juice to cut down on the sugar factor.
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Oh man these look delicious! Too bad I can’t eat jello
— strict vegetarian and it contains gelatin. If anyone knows of a gelatin-free jello substitute, let me know!!
There’s a vegan recipe on slide 5!
Just noticed that! Can’t wait to try it
I also just got vegan gummi bears! I’m très excited to try them!
haha this looks like a lot fun and trouble (good tho)
yes, Amelia, Jill is right! I did vegan jello with agar agar! It totally works too. Just like jello. Only gelatin-free.