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Stained Glass Jello

This layered gelatin dessert features multiple colorful and translucent jello layers set in a mold, creating a vibrant stained glass effect. The dish involves dissolving flavored gelatin in hot water, pouring it into molds, and refrigerating until firm, resulting in a jiggly, visually striking treat with smooth, glass-like textures.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: dessert
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups boiling water per flavor layer
  • 3 oz gelatin powder flavoring for each layer
  • 0.5 cup cold water to dissolve gelatin
  • 1 cup sugar optional, for sweeter layers
  • food coloring assorted gel food colors for each layer

Equipment

  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk or spoon
  • Mold or silicone baking tray
  • Kettle or saucepan

Method
 

  1. Arrange your mold or silicone tray on a baking sheet for stability. Measure out 1 cup of boiling water and pour into a mixing bowl.
  2. Add 1 tablespoon of gelatin powder to the boiling water, whisking constantly until fully dissolved and the mixture is clear. Once dissolved, mix in a few drops of food coloring to achieve the desired hue.
    3 cups boiling water
  3. Pour the gelatin mixture into the mold, filling it halfway. Place the mold in the refrigerator and chill until the layer is just set, about 2 hours. The surface should be firm and slightly wobbly but not sticky.
  4. Repeat the process with different colors and slightly different flavorings if desired. Disolve the gelatin in boiling water again, add contrasting colors, and pour over the first layer once it’s firm. Chill until fully set, about 2 additional hours, until the gelatin is opaque and firm to the touch.
    3 cups boiling water
  5. Once all layers are set, carefully unmold the gelatin by loosening the edges with a flexible spatula or by running warm water around the mold. Observe the vibrant, translucent layers stacked like stained glass.
  6. Slice the gelatin into individual pieces with a sharp knife, revealing the colorful internal patterns. Serve immediately for a bright, jiggly dessert.