Patriotic Jello Parfaits

Celebrate the red, white, and blue with these fun and festive Patriotic Jello Parfaits! Perfect for the 4th of July, Memorial Day, or any summer gathering on the ranch, these easy layered desserts are as impressive as they are budget-friendly. Made right in cute mason jars with vibrant strawberry red, creamy white, and berry blue layers, they’re a hit with kids and adults alike. Top them with a dollop of whipped cream and sprinkles for that extra patriotic sparkle—simple, sweet, and sure to bring smiles all around!

Course Dessert, Snack, snacks

Cuisine American

Keyword ed white blue jello parfaits, layered jello desserts, Patriotic jello parfaits

Prep Time 15

Chill Time 4

Total Time 4 15

Servings

Calories 4kcal

Author Evelyn Osborn

Equipment

Ingredients

1 6 ounce, package strawberry Jello
1 6 ounce, package package berry blue Jello
4 packets unflavored gelatin
1 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
5 cups boiling water
Whipped cream for serving optional
Sprinkles optional

Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together the strawberry Jello powder and one packet of unflavored gelatin.Carefully pour in 2 cups of boiling water and keep whisking until all the Jello and gelatin are completely dissolved. This usually takes just a minute or two of steady stirring—don’t rush it!
Once your red Jello mixture is fully dissolved and still warm, carefully pour about ⅓ cup into the bottom of each small mason jar. This creates your beautiful first red layer for these Patriotic Jello Parfaits.
Gently place the jars in the refrigerator and let them chill for around 40 minutes, or until the mixture has started to set and is no longer liquid. You want it firm enough to support the next layer, but still slightly soft in the center—this helps the layers stay nice and distinct without bleeding together.
While the red Jello layer is chilling in the refrigerator, go ahead and prepare the creamy white layer.In a medium bowl, whisk together two packets of unflavored gelatin with 1 cup of boiling water. Add the sweetened condensed milk and continue stirring until everything is completely dissolved and smooth.
Once the red Jello layer has set nicely, carefully pour about ⅓ cup of the cooled white mixture over the top of each red layer. Go slowly and pour gently so you don’t disturb the red underneath—this is the key to keeping those clean, beautiful stripes intact.
Return the jars to the refrigerator and let them chill for around 20 minutes, or until the white layer is firm enough to hold the next layer. You’ll love how these pretty layers are coming together!
While the white layer is chilling and setting, go ahead and prepare the vibrant blue layer.In a medium bowl, whisk together the berry blue Jello powder, one packet of unflavored gelatin, and 2 cups of boiling water. Keep stirring until all the gelatin is completely dissolved.
Once the white layer has fully set, carefully pour about ⅓ cup of the cooled blue Jello mixture gently over the top of each white layer. Take your time and pour slowly so you don’t disturb the layers below—this is what gives your parfaits those crisp, beautiful red, white, and blue stripes.Return the jars to the refrigerator and let them chill for an additional 3 hours (or until the blue layer is completely firm).
Right before serving, top each Patriotic Jello Parfait with a generous dollop of whipped topping and a sprinkle of colorful red, white, and blue sprinkles. It adds the perfect festive finish that makes these parfaits as fun to look at as they are to eat!

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