Jello Fruit Bars
Bright and refreshing, these Jello Fruit Bars are a no-bake dessert that merges vibrant flavors with a satisfyingly crisp graham cracker crust. Featuring a medley of chopped fresh fruits suspended in a colorful, wobbly gelatin base, this recipe is as visually stunning as it is delicious. The buttery graham cracker crust, lightly baked for a golden finish, provides the perfect balance to the fruity and creamy layers. Topped with a dollop of whipped cream, these chilled bars are ideal for summer gatherings, potlucks, or anytime you crave a light and fruity dessert. With only 20 minutes of prep time and a short list of pantry staples, these Jello Fruit Bars are a family-friendly treat that’s effortless yet impressive.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter
- 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
- 6 ounces Gelatin mix (any flavor)
- 2 cups Boiling water
- 1 cups Cold water
- 2 cups Chopped mixed fruit (strawberries, peaches, pineapple, etc.)
- 1 cups Whipped cream or whipped topping
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until the texture resembles wet sand.
Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to form the crust. Use a spatula or the bottom of a glass to press firmly.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the gelatin mix in 2 cups of boiling water. Stir well until the gelatin is fully dissolved.
Add 1 cup of cold water to the gelatin mixture and stir to combine.
Set the gelatin mixture aside to cool at room temperature for about 20 minutes. Do not allow it to fully set.
Once the gelatin mixture has slightly cooled, gently fold in the chopped mixed fruits.
Pour the fruit and gelatin mixture over the cooled crust, spreading it out evenly.
Refrigerate the dish for at least 4 hours or until the gelatin is completely set.
Just before serving, spread a layer of whipped cream or whipped topping over the jello fruit layer.
Slice into bars, serve chilled, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2832 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 151.5 g | 194% | |
| Saturated Fat | 84.5 g | 422% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 376 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 1702 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 346.6 g | 126% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.9 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 204.8 g | ||
| Protein | 27.9 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 363 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1161 mg | 25% | |
*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.
