22 Jello Recipes For National Eat Your Jello Day

Break out the molds and dust off your grandma’s old trifle bowl—National Eat Your Jello Day is here and we’re going all in. From wiggly classics to no-bake retro throwbacks and fun fruity spins, these jello recipes are as nostalgic as they are tasty.

Strawberry Jello Poke Cake

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This easy strawberry jello poke cake is summer simplicity at its best. Made with white cake mix, strawberry jello, and Cool Whip, it’s sweet, fruity, and always a hit.
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4th of July Jello Cups

Get ready to celebrate with red, white, and blue jello layers that bring plenty of holiday cheer to the table. These festive cups add the perfect patriotic touch to any gathering.
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Birds Milk Jello

Enjoy a taste of childhood with this Birds Milk Jello recipe. Featuring a light, spongy cake base topped with a creamy milk soufflé and a rich sugar-free chocolate pudding layer, it’s a gluten-free, low-carb favorite in Slavic countries, also known as Ptichye Moloko.
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Boozy Easter Egg Jello Shots

Add a playful twist to your Easter celebration with colorful boozy jello shots. These grown-up treats bring extra fun to the festivities.
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Keto Jello Cheesecake

Two slices of layered cake on a plate, one with chocolate frosting and the other with pink frosting. A fork rests on a folded white napkin in the background. — Keto Jello Cheesecake. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

Who says you can’t indulge on keto? This keto jello cheesecake delivers all the creamy, dreamy goodness of classic cheesecake with a low-carb makeover you’ll love.
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Lime Jello Salad

Creamy, tangy, and perfectly sweet, this lime jello salad is a comfort food dessert at its best. Add a generous dollop of whipped topping to finish it off.
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Mixed Berry Layered Jello

Layered Jello Salad is a classic that never goes out of style. Simple to prepare and always a hit, it’s perfect for weeknights, family get-togethers, or potlucks.
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Non-Alcoholic Red, White and Blue Jello Cups

For a vibrant, kid-friendly treat, these non-alcoholic jello cups are a go-to option. Their colorful layers are just as fun to make as they are to eat.
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Orange Carrot Jello Salad

This retro favorite blends the tangy flavor of orange with the crunch of shredded carrots for a nostalgic mix of dessert and salad. It’s as colorful as it is tasty.
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Orange Jello Cups

Orange and yellow Jello dessert cups on a tray. — Orange Jello Cups. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Bursting with citrusy sunshine, these orange jello cups offer a sweet and fruity dessert everyone can enjoy.
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Red, White & Blue Jello Cups

These festive jello cups bring red, white, and blue layers together in a fun and easy dessert that’s packed with patriotic flair.
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Sparkling Grapefruit Jello

Two jars of grapefruit gelatin with mint leaves on a tray. — Sparkling Grapefruit Jello. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Give your desserts a sparkle with this refreshing grapefruit jello. Bright, bubbly, and citrusy, it’s got just the right amount of zing to liven things up.
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Lemon Pretzel Salad

Bring something bright and refreshing to your next potluck with Lemon Pretzel Salad. Its creamy lemon filling and salty-sweet pretzel crust are a summer dream come true.
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Cranberry Salad

Impress your holiday guests with a festive Cranberry Jello Salad shaped like a wreath. It’s a stunning centerpiece and a tasty addition to any Thanksgiving or Christmas spread.
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Lemon Jello Pie

This no-bake Lemon Jello Pie is light, zesty, and refreshing. With lemon Greek yogurt, whipped topping, and a graham cracker crust, it’s the perfect make-ahead dessert for warmer days.
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Jello Cookies

Whip up a batch of these colorful Jello cookies for a fun baking session with the kids. Made with a simple sugar cookie base and jello for color, they’re a cheerful twist on a classic treat.
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Magic Strawberry Jello Cake

Magic Strawberry Jello Cake is a five-ingredient wonder. This no-bake treat creates three delicious layers of flavor that your whole family will love.
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Stained Glass Jello Salad

Save time with this vibrant Stained Glass Jello Salad. Also known as Broken Glass Jello, this colorful dessert can be made with condensed milk or coconut milk for a dairy-free option.
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Strawberry Flan Jello Cake

This Strawberry Flan Jello Cake is a triple treat, blending cake, flan, and a refreshing jello shell in one stunning dessert. It’s guaranteed to wow at any celebration.
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Jello Fruit Cake

Make dessert extra fun with a layered jello Bundt cake. Light, refreshing, and endlessly customizable with your favorite fruits and juices, it’s a crowd-pleaser every time.
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Cranberry Poke Cake

Cranberry Poke Cake is a flavorful, festive dessert that works for any occasion. A white cake soaked in cranberry gelatin and topped with cranberry whipped frosting makes every bite a burst of deliciousness.
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No Bake Strawberry Jello Pie

Bright and easy, this no-bake strawberry jello pie is a springtime favorite. The creamy pink filling and buttery graham cracker crust make it a nostalgic Easter treat that’s light, refreshing, and oven-free.
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