Frog in a Pond
Dive into nostalgia and fun with this whimsical "Frog in a Pond" dessert! Perfect for kids' parties or a playful treat, this simple no-bake recipe transforms fruity jelly and chocolate frogs into a delightful edible scene. Made with flavored jelly crystals in vibrant hues like lime green or blue raspberry, this quick-to-prepare dessert is served in individual cups, making it as convenient as it is charming. Once the jelly sets, a chocolate frog perches perfectly on top, giving the appearance of a frog resting on a tranquil pond. For an extra touch of flair, garnish with fluffy whipped cream and colorful sprinkles. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a few hours in the fridge, "Frog in a Pond" is an easy, eye-catching dessert that’s sure to make everyone smile. Perfect for entertaining, this recipe is a delicious reminder that sometimes, food can be as fun as it is tasty!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 85 grams flavored jelly crystals (e.g., green lime or blue raspberry)
- 250 ml boiling water
- 200 ml cold water
- 4 pieces chocolate frogs
- 4 pieces clear plastic cups or dessert glasses
- 100 ml whipped cream (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons sprinkles (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the jelly by dissolving the jelly crystals in 250ml of boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved.
Add 200ml of cold water to the mixture and stir well. Allow it to cool slightly.
Pour the jelly mixture evenly into the 4 plastic cups or dessert glasses, filling each about three-quarters full.
Place the cups in the refrigerator and let the jelly set for at least 2-3 hours, or until firm.
Once the jelly is set, gently press a chocolate frog into the surface of each cup so that it looks like it is sitting on a 'pond.'
Optionally, top with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of colorful sprinkles for added flair.
Serve chilled and enjoy your fun and delicious Frog in a Pond dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
321 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.0 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 52 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.7 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.9 g | ||
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 50 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 170 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
