Jell-O Jigglers

Grab your cookie cutters, the kids and make these fun and easy Jell-O Jigglers that are a fun and delicious treat kids love! So easy to make with the kids!

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There’s no classic childhood snack like Jell-O Jigglers! They are so easy to make and the kids can help pick the colors, mix, pour and cut them out.

They make a fun addition to any party or make them just because!

Use cookie cutters to cut them out into your favorite shapes or cut them into little cubes perfect for little fingers to pick up and eat.

With only two ingredients they are so easy to make. We will tell you the secrets to making the BEST Jello Jigglers ever.

Only 2 Ingredients in Jello Jigglers!

• Boiling water
• Jell-O Gelatin

See it’s so easy to make these, just make sure to use boiling water and not cold water. The ratio of water to Jell-O is always 1:1 so you can adjust and use layers or make them thicker if you want easily!

Steps to Prepare

• Boil – Bring the water to a boil in a small saucepan. 
• Dissolve – Pour gelatin into a large bool. Add boiling water and stir for at least 3 minutes or until gelatin is completely dissolved. 
• Pour – Pour gelatin mixture into a 13×9 inch pan. Pop any bubbles with a toothpick or scoop out with a spoon. 
• Refrigerate – Place in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours or until firm. 
• Cut – Dip the bottom of the pan in warm water for 15 seconds. Then cut Jell-O into shapes using cookie cutters, about 2 inches in size. Make sure to cut all the way through the gelatin to the bottom of the pan. Gently lift Jigglers out of the pan and place on a serving tray. Snack on the scraps!
• Storage – Store any leftovers in the refrigerator, tightly covered. Jigglers should last for up to 10 days.

Expert Tips

• If the kids are helping you, make sure to supervise them closely.
• Keep the scraps! Cut them up and layer them in little glasses with Cool Whip for a sweet dessert.
• Instead of water use fruit juice to give these even more flavor!
• Skip the cookie cutters and cut them into cubes or squares.
• Double the ingredients for thicker Jigglers.
• Make layers of different colors! The Jell-O to water ratio should always be 1:1. If you use different flavors and layer them it creates a fun rainbow effect. Make sure to let the Jell-O set until firm before adding the next layer.
• Always use hot boiling water. It won’t work with cold water.
• Scoop out the bubbles after you pour the mixture into the pan. This makes it pretty!

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Yield: 24 pieces

Jell-O Jigglers

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Jell-O Jigglers are a quick and easy treat for the kids, plus they love helping make them and cut them up with fun cookie cutters!

Prep Time 5 minutes

Additional Time 3 hours

Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes

Ingredients

• 2-1/2 cups boiling water (Do not add cold water.)
• 2 pkg. (8-serving size each) JELL-O Gelatin, any flavor

Instructions

1. Bring the water to a boil in a small saucepan. 
2. Pour gelatin into a large bool. Add boiling water and stir for at least 3 minutes or until gelatin is completely dissolved. 
3. Pour gelatin mixture into a 13x9 inch pan. Pop any bubbles with a toothpick or scoop out with a spoon. 
4. Place in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours or until firm. 
5. Dip the bottom of the pan in warm water for 15 seconds. Then cut Jell-O into shapes using cookie cutters, about 2 inches in size. Make sure to cut all the way through the gelatin to the bottom of the pan. 
6. Gently lift Jigglers out of the pan and place on a serving tray. Snack on the scraps!
7. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator, tightly covered.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

24

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 2Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 2mgCarbohydrates: 0gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 1g