Exquisite Crown Jewel Dessert

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Ingredients: 12

Indulge in this captivating dessert masterpiece featuring layers of vibrant gelatin flavors paired with a rich graham cracker crust and a luscious whipped topping. Perfect for special occasions or a delightful sweet treat.

Ingredients

Ingredients

1 (3 ounce) package orange Jell-O
1 (3 ounce) package cherry Jell-O
1 (3 ounce) package lime Jell-O gelatin
4 cups cups boiling water
1 (3 ounce) package lemon Jell-O gelatin
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup pineapple juice
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup melted butter or melted margarine
2 envelopes envelopes Dream Whip
1/4 cup milk (optional)
2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, beaten with the milk until fluffy (optional)

Instructions

  • Preparation

    1. Prepare the three flavors of gelatin separately, using 1 cup boiling water and 1/2 cup cold water for each.
    2. Pour each flavor into an 8-inch square pan and chill until firm or overnight.
    3. Combine the lemon gelatin, sugar, and remaining 1 cup boiling water; stir until gelatin and sugar are dissolved.
    4. Stir in pineapple juice and chill until slightly thickened (about 1 hour and 15 minutes).
    5. Meanwhile, mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
    6. Cut the firm gelatins into 1/2-inch cubes.
    7. Prepare the whipped topping mix as directed on the package, blend with lemon gelatin, and fold in gelatin cubes.
    8. Pour the mixture into the pan and chill for at least 5 hours or overnight.
    9. If desired, spread additional prepared whipped topping or whipped cream on top and sides. This recipe makes two if you use store-bought crusts.
    10. For a delightful variation, try the Crown Jewel Cheese Dessert by substituting cream cheese for the whipped topping.

Jul 24, 2024