Rainbow Jell-O
Dessert
Dessert
10 servings
211 cal/serving
Instructions
1
Step 1
Select one or more molds at least 3 in (10 cm) deep to hold about 8 cups total.
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Step 2
Stir 1¼ cups boiling water with one package gelatin in a small bowl for at least 2 minutes until dissolved.
Boiling waterJell-O flavored gelatin (4-serving size)
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Step 3
Pour ¾ cup of the dissolved gelatin into the mold(s).
Boiling waterJell-O flavored gelatin (4-serving size)
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Step 4
Refrigerate about 15 minutes until the layer is set but not firm.
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Step 5
Chill the remaining gelatin about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Boiling waterJell-O flavored gelatin (4-serving size)
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Step 6
Gradually stir 3 tablespoons sour cream or yogurt into the thickened gelatin.
Jell-O flavored gelatin (4-serving size)Sour cream or plain/vanilla yogurt
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Step 7
Spoon the sour-cream-mixed gelatin gently on top of the previous layer.
Jell-O flavored gelatin (4-serving size)Sour cream or plain/vanilla yogurt
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Step 8
Refrigerate again about 15 minutes to set the new layer.
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Step 9
Repeat the layering process for each remaining flavor, cooling adequately between layers to prevent mixing.
Boiling waterJell-O flavored gelatin (4-serving size)Sour cream or plain/vanilla yogurt
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Step 10
Refrigerate the completed mold about 2 hours until firm.
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Step 11
Remove from mold, store refrigerated under wrap or foil, and serve slices perpendicular to the layers.
This recipe is adapted from Wikibooks. It is licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International.