Jelly Jello Slice Bar
Delight your senses with this irresistible Jelly Jello Slice Bar, a playful, no-bake dessert that's as fun to make as it is to eat! Featuring a buttery biscuit base topped with creamy, tangy cream cheese layers and vibrant strawberry and lime Jello, this recipe combines silky textures with refreshing, fruity flavors. Perfect for parties or afternoon treats, each slice showcases beautifully distinct layers that are sure to impress both kids and adults alike. With minimal prep time and an eye-catching presentation, this make-ahead dessert is as easy as it is stunning. Serve these chilled bars for a sweet, nostalgic treat that brings a colorful twist to traditional jelly desserts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Plain biscuits (Digestive or Graham crackers)
- 100 grams Unsalted butter, melted
- 85 grams Strawberry-flavored Jello (or jelly crystals)
- 85 grams Lime-flavored Jello (or jelly crystals)
- 10 grams Gelatin powder
- 500 milliliters Boiling water
- 500 milliliters Cold water
- 250 grams Cream cheese, softened
- 395 grams Sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare a 9x9-inch (or similar) square pan by lining it with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later.
Crush the plain biscuits into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a zip-top bag and crushing with a rolling pin.
Mix the biscuit crumbs with the melted butter until combined. Press the mixture firmly into the base of the prepared pan to form a crust. Refrigerate while you prepare the fillings.
In separate heatproof bowls, dissolve the strawberry and lime Jello packets each in 250 milliliters of boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved, then add 250 milliliters of cold water to each bowl. Let cool to room temperature at least 20 minutes but do not let them set.
In another small bowl, mix the gelatin powder with 1/4 cup cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes. Heat gently in the microwave for 20 seconds to dissolve it into a liquid.
Using an electric mixer, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the sweetened condensed milk, dissolved gelatin mixture, and vanilla extract, and mix until fully combined and creamy.
Pour half of the cream cheese mixture over the chilled crust and smooth the top. Carefully pour the cooled lime Jello over this layer using the back of a spoon to prevent splashing. Refrigerate for about 20 minutes, or until the Jello is lightly set but not fully firm.
Spread the remaining half of the cream cheese mixture over the lime Jello layer and smooth it out. Let it set in the fridge for another 20 minutes.
Carefully pour the cooled strawberry Jello on top of the cream cheese layer, again using the back of a spoon to prevent splashes. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight to let all the layers set fully.
Once set, gently lift the slice bar out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into squares or bars and serve chilled. Enjoy your Jelly Jello Slice Bar!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3078 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 203.0 g | 260% | |
| Saturated Fat | 125.7 g | 628% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 629 mg | 210% | |
| Sodium | 1469 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 267.8 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 260.4 g | ||
| Protein | 60.7 g | 121% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1414 mg | 109% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 1746 mg | 37% | |
*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.
