Description
A festive, colorful dessert made with layers of fruity Jello, sweet cream cheese, and whipped topping in a graham cracker crust.
Ingredients
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1 graham cracker crust (store-bought or homemade)
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 small boxes Jello (any colors/flavors – try pastel combos!)
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2 cups boiling water + 2 cups cold water (1 cup each per box)
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8 oz whipped topping, thawed
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Optional: Easter sprinkles, jellybeans, chocolate eggs, fresh berries
Instructions
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Dissolve the first box of Jello in 1 cup boiling water, then stir in 1 cup cold water.
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Pour half into the crust and chill until just set (30–45 mins).
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In a bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Gently fold in a few spoonfuls of whipped topping if desired.
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Spread cream cheese layer gently over the chilled Jello. Chill again until firm (30–45 mins).
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Make the second Jello layer, pour gently on top, and chill 4–6 hours or overnight.
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Top with whipped topping and decorate as desired before serving.
Notes
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Flavor Ideas: Strawberry + lemon, berry blue + raspberry, or peach + lime.
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Decorating Tip: Add colored sprinkles, candy eggs, or edible glitter just before serving.
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Make It Mini: Use cupcake liners, small ramekins, or clear cups for parfait-style servings.
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Storage: Refrigerate covered for up to 3 days. Best served chilled!
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Diet Options: Use sugar-free Jello and light cream cheese for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus chilling)
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake, Chilling
- Cuisine: American