Christmasjello Recipes

Steps:

• Prepare cake mix using the directions on the cake box.
• Pour the batter into 2 round pans (8 or 9 inch).
• Bake as directed on cake box.
• Cool 10 minutes.
• Remove from pans; cool completely.
• Place cake layers top sides up back into the two clean pans.
• Prick each layer with a utility fork at 1/2 inch intervals.
• Pour 1 cup of boiling water over red flavor gelatin, stir until gelatin is dissolved.
• Spoon over one of the cake layers.
• Do the same with the green Jello.
• Refrigerate 3 to 4 hours.
• Dip the bottom of one pan into warm water for 10 seconds; invert onto a plate, gently shaking to loosen.
• Remove pan; spread with 1 cup of whipped topping,.
• Remove other layer the same way; put on top of first layer.
• Top with remaining whip cream.
• Garnish with gumdrops cut to resemble holly. Use green dye for leaves.

Steps:

• In a medium-size pan, bring 1 1/2 cups water to a boil and stir in lemon jello until dissolved. Reduce heat to low and add the marshmallows, cream cheese, and mayonnaise. Stir or whisk until all the ingredients are completely dissolved. Turn the heat off.
• In the same pan, add the drained pineapple and mix well. Set aside.
• In a small chilled bowl, mix the whipping cream until soft peaks are formed. Fold into the jello mixture.
• Pour into a 9x13 glass dish and refrigerate until set.
• Topping:.
• Mix cherry jello into 1 1/2 cups of boiling water and stir until dissolved. Let cool to room temperature.
• Once the lemon mixture has set, pour the room temperature cherry jello slowly on the the top and refrigerate until set.

Steps:

• For the lime layer: Heat 1 1/2 cups water in a small saucepan (or in a heatproof bowl in the microwave) until just simmering. Pour the lime gelatin powder into a medium bowl, then add the hot water. Stir until the powder has completely dissolved, about 2 minutes. Stir in the rum until combined. Transfer to a large liquid measuring cup. Divide evenly among 34 plastic shot glasses (1-ounce glasses). Refrigerate until the gelatin has set, about 45 minutes.
• For the strawberry layer: Heat 1 1/2 cups water in a small saucepan (or in a heatproof bowl in the microwave) until just simmering. Pour the strawberry gelatin powder into a medium bowl, then add the hot water. Stir until the powder has completely dissolved, about 2 minutes. Stir in the rum until combined. Transfer to a large liquid measuring cup. Carefully pour this mixture on top of the set lime layer in each shot glass, then return the glasses to the refrigerator to set completely, about 2 hours.
• For the topping: Meanwhile, with an electric mixer on medium speed, whisk the cream in a large bowl until it holds stiff peaks. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
• Pipe or dollop the whipped cream on each shot, then decorate lightly with sprinkles. Serve chilled.

Steps:

• Bring 4 cups of water to a boil and dissolve strawberry jello. Pour into a 9×13 baking dish, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 4 hours. Repeat with the lime jello. After the jello is completely set, coarsely break the jello up. Combine in a large bowl with strawberries and green cherries. Fold in cool whip until everything is combined. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Steps:

• Dissolve lime gelatin in boiling water; stir in pineapple juice. Stir in pineapple. Pour into an 11x7-in. dish; refrigerate until set., In a small saucepan, sprinkle unflavored gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute. Heat over low heat, stirring until gelatin is completely dissolved. Transfer to a small bowl. Beat in cream cheese and milk until smooth. Spread over lime layer; refrigerate until set., Dissolve strawberry gelatin in boiling water; stir in cranberry sauce. Cool for 10 minutes. Carefully spoon over cream cheese layer. Refrigerate until set. , Cut into squares. If desired, serve with whipped topping, lime wedges and fresh strawberries.