Double-layered strawberry jell-o parfait cups — strawberry jell-o on bottom and a strawberry jell-o mousse on top.
At first glance they may look a bit complicated, but I swear they couldn’t be easier to make! That fun slant of jell-o to mousse is simply done by placing the cups at an angle in a muffin tin. The video tutorial shows you just how easy it is to achieve that slanted look.
To secure the slanted cups in the muffin tin, I quickly wad up pieces of foil into balls and put them in the muffin tin. You can do that, or use whatever else you have lying around. If you have marbles or extra paper (from the 10,593 pictures your kids might give you a day. What?! I’d never use those…) or anything else you can think of that allows the cup to sit on a slant and stay put.
Once the cups are set on a slant, you’ll add in strawberry jell-o and strawberries. Let that set completely and then you can pull the cups out of the muffin tin and you’ve got a perfect jell-o slant layer. Pour the mousse on top, let that set, and then these treats are ready! They take some time (mostly chilling time), but the time spent on these is more than worth the end product — these are one of the best jell-o treats ever!
Jello Parfait (Strawberry)
Equipment
- Blender high-powered
Ingredients
Jell-O Layer
- 2 (3-ounce) packages strawberry Jell-O plus boiling and cold water called for
- 1 pint strawberries hulled and sliced, about 2 cups, plus 1 for garnish if desired
Jell-O Mousse Layer
- 2-1/2 cups cold Sprite divided
- 1 (3-ounce) package strawberry Jell-O
- 4 ounces cream cheese full-fat, softened
- 1 (8-ounce) container Cool Whip completely thawed
- Additional whipped topping or fresh whipped cream, to top, optional
- Fresh mint optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare a 9-cavity muffin pan: use 9 small balls, or wad up balls of foil (or paper) and place in the muffin pan. Place 9 clear plastic cups on top of the balls at an angle (see video at top of this page!) The small balls help to keep the cup at an angle.
- Prepare the strawberry Jell-O (both packets) according to package directions (not for quick set, but for regular set). Fill up the cups evenly with Jell-O (be careful as you pour to ensure the cups stay at an angle).
- Hull and slice the strawberries, then place a few slices of strawberries into each Jell-O cup. Carefully transfer the muffin pan to the fridge and allow the Jell-O to completely set up. When it is nearly set up, you can begin the mousse.
- Place 1 and 1/2 cups Sprite in a microwave safe bowl or cup and microwave just until the mixture comes to a boil. Whisk the packet of strawberry Jell-O into the Sprite.
- Transfer the mixture to a high-powdered blender and add cream cheese. Blend until completely smooth. And remaining 1 cup of (cold) Sprite and blend again until smooth.
- Add completely thawed Cool Whip and blend just until smooth. (You can leave out about 1/2 cup for optional garnish at the end if desired).
- Pour this mixture evenly over the Jell-O layers (use less of this mousse than the Jell-O, or the mousse tends to be overpowering).
- Place in the fridge and allow to set completely.
- If desired, garnish with fresh whipped cream (or 1/2 cup extra cool whip) and garnish with fresh mint and a small strawberry.
Video
Recipe Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
What size cups did you use?
I believe these are 9 ounce plastic cups! 🙂
Thank you so much!
Can I use fresh whipping cream instead of cool whip?
Yes that would be totally fine! 🙂
How far in advance do you think I could make these?
Hi,I was wondering what size cups you used I want to try to make them ,but not sure what cups to buy and where. Please and thank you
This was delicious. I will definitely be making it again.
Yay! I’m so glad you enjoyed! 🙂
Looks great! Do you think it would turn out well in a 9×13 dish for a crowd? Would a double batch be too much?
I was wondering the same thing!!
I’m so sorry, I haven’t ever tried this in a 9 x 13 dish so I’m unsure how it would all work out. Wish I could be of more help!
Awesome recipe! The only suggestion would be to advise readers an estimate on how long it may take the Jell-O to set after adding the fruit. I don’t make Jell-O often and was clueless on how long to wait. Also, the hot Sprite spilled over when I added the Jell-O, so I’d caution readers of that possibility as well. Finally, I’d advise readers on how long it may take the dessert to set after adding the mousse. Thanks for a great recipe!
Hi Chelsea. Why did you use sprite to make the jello? Can it be made in water?
For a fun flavor 🙂 Yes, you can use water!
Thanks. Will definitely try it. I’m sure my girls will love it! : )
What size cup did you use for this – they seem like the perfect size! 9 oz?
hey girl- these parfaits look amazing!
this looks like an awesome fourth of july treat! do you think it would work with sugar free jello??
Hi Marti! I’ve never tried a sugar free jell-o so I’m really not sure. I think it would be okay, but there is a chance of it potentially being more watery and/or less setup.
SF works fine and you can also do the same with instand pudding!