Description
Celebrate Independence Day with these vibrant 4th of July Firecracker Jell-O Cups! These fun, layered treats are perfect for summer festivities, featuring striking red, white, and blue colors that will delight guests of all ages. Easy to make, these Jell-O cups combine flavorful layers of vegan gelatin, offering a refreshing twist on traditional desserts. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or a family gathering, these colorful cups will be the star of your dessert table. Enjoy the playful presentation and customizable flavors while making lasting memories this 4th of July.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (3 oz) Blue Vegan Gelatin (e.g., Berry Blue)
- 1 envelope Unflavored Vegan Gelatin (e.g., Knox)
- 1 cup Milk (or plant-based alternative)
- 1/4 cup Sugar
- 1 package (3 oz) Red Vegan Gelatin (e.g., Cherry)
- Maraschino Cherries (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the blue layer by dissolving Blue Vegan Gelatin in boiling water. Fill clear cups one-third full and refrigerate until set.
- For the white layer, combine unflavored vegan gelatin with milk and boiling milk with sugar. Cool slightly before filling cups another third of the way and refrigerate.
- Create the red layer by dissolving Red Vegan Gelatin in boiling water. Place cherries on top of the white layer, then add a thin layer of red gelatin. Chill until just set.
- Fill each cup to the top with remaining red mixture and refrigerate until fully set.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (120g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg