Ingredients
For the Red Layer:
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1 (3 oz) box strawberry or cherry flavored jello
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1 cup boiling water
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1 cup cold water
For the White Layer:
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1 packet unflavored gelatin (like Knox)
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1/2 cup cold water
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1/2 cup boiling water
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1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
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1/2 cup cold water (can sub with vanilla almond milk or coconut milk)
For the Blue Layer:
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1 (3 oz) box blue raspberry jello
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1 cup boiling water
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1 cup cold water
Optional Toppings:
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Whipped cream
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Red, white, and blue sprinkles
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Mini American flags
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Fresh blueberries or strawberry slices
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Red Layer
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Pour the red jello mix into a medium bowl.
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Add 1 cup boiling water and stir until completely dissolved (about 2 minutes).
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Stir in 1 cup cold water.
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Pour into small plastic 2-oz cups, filling each about one-third.
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Refrigerate for 45–60 minutes or until set.
Step 2: Make the White Layer
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Sprinkle 1 packet of unflavored gelatin over 1/2 cup cold water in a bowl. Let it bloom for 5 minutes.
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Add 1/2 cup boiling water and stir until gelatin is dissolved.
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Stir in 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk and 1/2 cup cold water.
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Gently pour on top of the red layer in each cup (second third).
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Chill for another 45–60 minutes until set.
Step 3: Make the Blue Layer
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In a clean bowl, combine the blue jello mix with 1 cup boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved.
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Add 1 cup cold water and stir to combine.
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Pour over the white layer in each cup (top third).
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Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until completely firm.
Step 4: Garnish & Serve
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Just before serving, top with a dollop of whipped cream.
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Sprinkle with red, white, and blue decorations, or pop in a mini flag.
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Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
Use a pourable measuring cup or squeeze bottle for cleaner layering.
Cool layers completely before adding the next to avoid mixing colors.
Keep the cups uniform: Use a baking tray to keep them steady in the fridge.
Use clear cups: This shows off the beautiful red, white, and blue layers.