Description
This viral Kelly Clarkson Jello recipe combines classic flavored gelatin with a creamy whipped topping and fun mini marshmallows to create a deliciously light, fluffy dessert. Perfect for any occasion, this easy no-cook recipe can be customized with your favorite Jello flavors and garnished with fresh or canned fruit for a festive touch.
Ingredients
Scale
Jello Base
- 2 (3 oz) boxes flavored Jello (raspberry, cherry, grape, or orange)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup cold water or club soda/Sprite for fizz
Mix-ins
- 8 oz tub whipped topping (like Cool Whip or real whipped cream)
- 1 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
Garnish
- Fresh berries or canned fruit (strawberries, mandarins, or any preferred fruit)
Instructions
- Combine Jello powder and boiling water: Dump the Jello powder into a large mixing bowl, then pour the boiling water over it. Whisk vigorously for a couple of minutes until the powder is fully dissolved with no grainy bits.
- Add cold water or fizzy substitute: Stir in the cold water or your choice of club soda or Sprite to add fizz. The mixture will bubble up—this is normal and adds a fun texture.
- Let cool: Allow the mixture to cool for 10-15 minutes at room temperature to avoid melting the whipped topping when added.
- Fold in whipped topping: Gently fold the whipped topping into the cooled gelatin mixture until evenly combined and cloud-like. Avoid overmixing to maintain a layered effect.
- Add mini marshmallows: Toss in the mini marshmallows and stir lightly to distribute them evenly throughout the mixture.
- Transfer to serving dish: Pour the gelatin mixture into a glass bowl, cake pan, or mason jars for individual servings.
- Chill: Refrigerate the dish for at least 3 hours or overnight for best texture and flavor.
- Garnish and serve: Just before serving, decorate with fresh berries or canned fruit to brighten and complete the presentation.
Notes
- Substitute cold water with club soda or Sprite to add a fizzy twist.
- Mini marshmallows are optional but add a fun chewy texture.
- Use any flavored Jello to customize your dessert.
- Allow the mixture to cool before adding whipped topping to prevent it from melting.
- For best results, chill overnight, but 3 hours minimum works fine.
- Garnishing with fresh or canned fruit enhances both flavor and appearance.
