Description
These cheerful Santa Hat jello cups bring pure Christmas joy to the table! Bright red layers, fluffy white topping, and playful holiday charm make everyone smile before the first bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box cherry or strawberry gelatin
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup cold cranberry juice or strawberry juice
- 1 cup whipped topping or whipped cream
- Mini marshmallows or whipped cream for topping
- Fresh strawberries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Dissolve the gelatin in boiling water, stirring until fully melted and clear (3 minutes).
- Stir in the cold juice until well combined, then let the mixture cool slightly (5 minutes).
- Pour the red gelatin mixture into clear plastic cups, filling about ¾ full to resemble Santa’s hat (5 minutes).
- Refrigerate until fully set and firm (2–3 hours).
- Once set, gently top each cup with whipped topping to create the fluffy white trim (5 minutes).
- Add a mini marshmallow or whipped cream dollop on top as Santa’s pom-pom (2 minutes).
Notes
- Feel free to garnish with fresh strawberries for extra flair.
- Can be made a day in advance.
- Ensure gelatin is fully dissolved for a smooth texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110 kcal