Looking for a festive treat that will light up your holiday table and delight every guest? This Easy Layered Christmas Jello is exactly the kind of vibrant dessert that captures the spirit of the season. With its stunning red, white, and green layers, it not only tastes refreshing and sweet but looks like a holiday celebration in a dish.

Whether you’re hosting a big Christmas dinner or just want to surprise the kids with a fun and colorful treat, this jello recipe is always a hit. The process may require a little patience while each layer sets, but the payoff is a beautiful, retro-style dessert with eye-catching stripes that bring pure holiday joy.

Why You’ll Love This Easy Layered Christmas Jello

This dessert is a holiday showstopper that doesn’t demand complicated ingredients or fancy techniques. It’s bright, fruity, and nostalgic all at once. Kids love the flavors and colors, while adults get a little taste of holiday magic from their childhood.

You can also easily customize it to suit your flavor preferences, and it can be made ahead of time, freeing up your oven and your schedule.

What Kind of Jello Should I Use?

To achieve that beautiful holiday stripe effect, you’ll want two flavors of red and green jello. Cherry and lime are classic and look perfect for Christmas, but strawberry and green apple also work well. The white layer comes from a creamy mix of sweetened condensed milk and unflavored gelatin, which contrasts beautifully against the bold colors.

Ingredients for the Easy Layered Christmas Jello

Making this layered jello does require a bit of prep time between layers, but the ingredients themselves are simple pantry staples. Each one plays an essential role in building the flavor and texture of this holiday treat.

Cherry Jello
Lime Jello
Sweetened Condensed Milk
Unflavored Gelatin
Water (boiling and cold)

You’ll need two red and two green packets to make strong color layers. The unflavored gelatin is key for the white layer, and sweetened condensed milk brings that rich, creamy flavor. Water binds everything together and helps the gelatin set just right.

How To Make the Easy Layered Christmas Jello

Step 1: Prepare Your Dish

Use a 9×13 glass dish for best results. Lightly spray it with non-stick spray to help the jello release later if you’re planning to cut and serve pieces individually.

Step 2: Make the First Layer

Dissolve one packet of red jello in 1 cup boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved, then add 1/2 cup cold water. Pour into the dish and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes, or until just set.

Step 3: Mix the White Layer

While the first layer sets, prepare the white layer. Mix 2 packets of unflavored gelatin with 1/2 cup cold water. Let it bloom for 5 minutes. Add 1 1/2 cups boiling water and stir until gelatin dissolves. Then mix in 1 can of sweetened condensed milk. Let this cool to room temperature before adding to the jello.

Step 4: Add White Layer

Once the red layer is firm, pour about 1 cup of the white mixture gently on top. Chill for 20-30 minutes until set.

Step 5: Continue Layering

Repeat the process with green jello, then white layer again, and finally the last red and white layer. Make sure each layer is set before pouring the next to maintain sharp lines.

Step 6: Chill and Serve

Once all layers are done, chill the entire dish for at least 4 hours or overnight. Slice into squares and serve!

How to Serve and Store This Easy Layered Christmas Jello

This recipe is ideal for feeding a crowd. One 9×13 dish yields about 20 to 24 squares depending on how large you cut them. Serve the squares on a festive platter, and watch the colors steal the show.

To store, cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and keep refrigerated for up to 5 days. It’s not recommended to freeze jello, as the texture can become watery once thawed.

What to Serve With Easy Layered Christmas Jello?

Hot Cocoa with Whipped Cream

The creamy warmth of cocoa contrasts wonderfully with the chilled, fruity jello.

Christmas Sugar Cookies

These add a buttery crunch next to the silky texture of jello.

Peppermint Bark

The minty snap of chocolate peppermint bark pairs beautifully with fruity jello bites.

Roast Turkey or Ham

A small square of this jello on the plate beside a savory meat main is a classic retro-style finish.

Eggnog

Serve in small glasses with a jello square on the side for a full festive moment.

Mini Cheesecakes

Their tangy creaminess is a great companion to the jello’s sweetness.

Spiced Nuts

For a crunchy, slightly salty contrast to this soft and fruity dessert.

Want More Holiday Dessert Ideas?

If you’re loving the festive vibes of this Christmas jello, check out these other sweet favorites that bring joy to your holiday table:

Ooey Gooey Bars for layers of creamy, buttery indulgence.
Cherry Topped Coconut Macaroons for a chewy, tropical twist.
Old-Time Oven Peach Cobbler with its warm, nostalgic flavors.
Mini Cinnamon Roll Cheesecakes that combine spice and creamy sweetness.
Red Hot Cinnamon Hard Candy for a fiery-sweet treat that feels like Christmas in every bite.

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And let me know in the comments how yours turned out! Did you try different flavors or stick with cherry and lime? Maybe added some sparkly sugar on top?

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