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June 27, 2017 | 52 Comments
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Double-layered strawberry jell-o parfait cups — strawberry jell-o on bottom and a strawberry jell-o mousse on top.
At first glance they may look a bit complicated, but I swear they couldn’t be easier to make! That fun slant of jell-o to mousse is simply done by placing the cups at an angle in a muffin tin. The video tutorial shows you just how easy it is to achieve that slanted look.
To secure the slanted cups in the muffin tin, I quickly wad up pieces of foil into balls and put them in the muffin tin. You can do that, or use whatever else you have lying around. If you have marbles or extra paper (from the 10,593 pictures your kids might give you a day. What?! I’d never use those…) or anything else you can think of that allows the cup to sit on a slant and stay put.
Once the cups areset on a slant, you’ll add in strawberry jell-o and strawberries. Let that set completely and then you can pull the cups out of the muffin tin and you’ve got a perfect jell-o slant layer. Pour the mousse on top, let that set, and then these treats are ready! They take some time (mostly chilling time), but the time spent on these is more than worth the end product — these are one of the best jell-o treats ever!
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Jello Parfait (Strawberry)
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Double-layered strawberry jell-o parfait cups -- strawberry jell-o on bottom and a strawberry jell-o mousse on top.
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Jello Parfait (Strawberry)
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Double-layered strawberry jell-o parfait cups -- strawberry jell-o on bottom and a strawberry jell-o mousse on top.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword Jello Parfait
Prep Time 20 minutes minutes
Total Time 20 minutes minutes
Servings 9 parfait cups*
Chelsea Lords
Calories 237kcal
Author Chelsea Lords
Ingredients
Jell-o Layer
- 2 packages (3 ounces EACH) strawberry jell-o + boiling and cold water called for
- 1 pint (about 2 cups) strawberries, hulled and sliced
Jell-o Mousse Layer
- 2 and 1/2 cups COLD Sprite, separated
- 1 package (3 ounces) strawberry jell-o
- 4 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 container (8 ounces) Cool Whip, completely thawed
- Optional: additional whipped topping or fresh whipped cream to top
- Optional: fresh mint and strawberries for garnish
Instructions
Prepare a regular sized muffin tin: use 9 small balls, or wad up balls of foil (or paper) and place in the muffin tin. Place 9 clear plastic cups on top of the balls at an angle (see video at top of this page!) The small balls help to keep the cup at an angle.
Next prepare the strawberry jell-o (both packets) according to package directions (not for quick set, but for regular set). Fill up the cups evenly with the strawberry jell-o (be careful as you pour and ensure the cups stay at an angle).
Hull and slice the strawberries and then place a few slices of strawberries into each jell-o cup. Carefully transfer the muffin tin into the fridge and allow the strawberry jell-o to completely set up.
When the jell-o layer is nearly set up, you can begin on the mousse.
Place 1 and 1/2 cups Sprite in a microwave safe bowl or cup and microwave just until the mixture comes to a boil. Whisk the packet of strawberry jell-o into the Sprite.
Transfer the mixture to a high powdered blender and add in the cream cheese. Blend until completely smooth. And in remaining 1 cup of (COLD) Sprite and blend again until smooth.
Add in the completely thawed Cool Whip and blend just until smooth. (You can leave out about 1/2 cup for optional garnish at the end if desired).
Pour this mixture evenly over the jell-o layers (you shouldn't use as much of this mousse as you did of the jell-o or it tends to be overpowering).
Place in the fridge and allow to set completely.
If desired, garnish with fresh whipped cream (or 1/2 cup extra cool whip) and garnish with fresh mint and a small strawberry.
Video
Recipe Notes
*The yield of this recipe depends on the cups you use. The ingredients I listed pretty much perfectly filled up 9 of the cups I used (having a more generous base jell-o layer). Total time does not include the required chilling time which is up to 4 hours. I haven't tried this recipe with low-fat, sugar-free products. They could be fine, but also could end up being too watery or not set up properly.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 237kcal
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this looks like an awesome fourth of july treat! do you think it would work with sugar free jello??
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Hi Marti! I’ve never tried a sugar free jell-o so I’m really not sure. I think it would be okay, but there is a chance of it potentially being more watery and/or less setup.
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SF works fine and you can also do the same with instand pudding!
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hey girl- these parfaits look amazing!
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What size cup did you use for this – they seem like the perfect size! 9 oz?
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Hi Chelsea. Why did you use sprite to make the jello? Can it be made in water?
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For a fun flavor 🙂 Yes, you can use water!
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Thanks. Will definitely try it. I’m sure my girls will love it! : )
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Awesome recipe! The only suggestion would be to advise readers an estimate on how long it may take the Jell-O to set after adding the fruit. I don’t make Jell-O often and was clueless on how long to wait. Also, the hot Sprite spilled over when I added the Jell-O, so I’d caution readers of that possibility as well. Finally, I’d advise readers on how long it may take the dessert to set after adding the mousse. Thanks for a great recipe!Reply
This was delicious. I will definitely be making it again.Reply
Yay! I’m so glad you enjoyed! 🙂
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Looks great! Do you think it would turn out well in a 9×13 dish for a crowd? Would a double batch be too much?
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I was wondering the same thing!!
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I’m so sorry, I haven’t ever tried this in a 9 x 13 dish so I’m unsure how it would all work out. Wish I could be of more help!
Hi,I was wondering what size cups you used I want to try to make them ,but not sure what cups to buy and where. Please and thank you
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How far in advance do you think I could make these?
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Can I use fresh whipping cream instead of cool whip?
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Yes that would be totally fine! 🙂
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What size cups did you use?
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I believe these are 9 ounce plastic cups! 🙂
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Thank you so much!
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Chelsea, I love all your recipes! Have you ever thought about putting a cookbook together to sell online. I’m sure I’m not the only one that would purchase a couple.
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Ahh you are soo sweet Patricia! Thanks! <3 Hopefully someday!! 🙂
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Hi Chelsea!I wanted to make these and i was wondering about step 7. It says add in the cool whip and leave out some for optional garnish. if i am making my own whipped cream, do i add in all of the cool whip or do i still have to leave out half? Thank You!
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You’ll want to make the same amount as the cool whip container and then yes leave out some to add at the end 🙂
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too sweet, for my tooth ?
I’m gonna replace the sprite with water.
But good recipe
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Greetings from GermanyReply
Thanks Jessika! That sounds perfect! Great to have you here 🙂
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Would using ginger ale instead of sprite be ok?
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I’m sure it would work fine; I’m not sure on how it would taste though without personally trying that! Let me know how it goes if you try it!
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Wouldnt it been easier to put the sliced strawberries in FIRST & THEN pour the jello mixture on top?? And WHY does the Sprite have to be microwaved??
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I like putting strawberries in after it’s poured because you can arrange them better and make sure they aren’t all overlapping in one spot. Sprite needs to be microwaved so the Jell-o dissolves better in it.
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I made this recipe and my husband and I loved it! I was able to share with a co-worker. I am planning on making some this week. Such a light and refreshing cool dessert for the hot weather we are having. This was my first time make jello parfait.Reply
So glad these were enjoyed! 🙂
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Looks good I love it
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Thank you!
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Not sure what i did wrong but the mousse seems to separate while it was chilling.
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Please don’t delete again….but why would the moose separate?
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Did you change any ingredients? Or method? I’ve never had a problem with it separating!
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No i followed the directions as indicated and have even made it twice.
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It is yummy all the way too bad i can’t put a photo… i did it pretty well…..hihihih thanksReply
So glad you enjoyed these; thanks Denise!
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I made this and it turn out excellent, and everyone that I gave a cup really enjoyed it.Reply
I am so happy to hear this! Thanks Linda! 🙂
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Bet you could make this with orange jello, using canned manderin oranges as the fruit!!!
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Yes!
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It’s so good everybody like itReply
Yay! So happy to hear this! 🙂
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Hello!
These look amazing! Can you make it a day or two (refrigerated)prior to an event?Reply
I wouldn’t make it more than a day in advance!
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Can I replace sprite with water
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This has become my family’s favorite dessert. I get asked when I’m going to make it again. I’ve used different flavors besides strawberry just omitting the fruit. Tonight we’re having Sonic’s ocean water flavor – looks tropical. My favorite way to make
this is using jello’s watermelon and Sonic’s watermelon since one is red and the other is green and layering it so that it looks like a slice of watermelon.Reply
I am so thrilled to hear this! Thanks so much for your comment Jaime! 🙂
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