Christmas Layered Jello Salad

Still don’t know what dessert to prepare for Christmas? Here’s a Christmas layered jello salad recipe from Ashlee Marie! It’s a festive dessert with three layers–shortbread with pecans, creamy lime, and strawberry jello. They all have different textures and flavors that pair well together.

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It’s the perfect dessert for Christmas, but you can also make it all year round. You can even change the flavors of the Jello if you want to. It’s super easy and fun to make–you will absolutely love it!

Here’s another dessert recipe to try: Easy 1960s Jello Dessert

Easy Christmas Dinner Jello Ingredients

Shortbread crust

• 1/2 cup of butter
• 1 cup of flour
• 1/4 cup of brown sugar
• 1/2 cup of chopped pecans

Middle layer

• 3-ounce lime Jell-O packet
• 1 cup of boiling water
• 8 oz cream cheese
• 1/2 cup of powdered sugar
• 1 cup of stabilized whipped cream or whipped dessert topping

Top layer

• 6 oz strawberry Jell-O
• 2 cups of boiling water
• 1 cup of ice

How to Make Christmas Layered Dinner Jello

Step 1:

Make the crust. In a large mixing bowl, add butter, flour, and brown sugar. Beat until well crumbly.

Step 2:

Add the pecans and mix until well incorporated. Transfer the mixture to a 9×13 pan and press it down for a thin crust. Bake it for 12 to 15 minutes at 375F. Once done baking, let it cool.

Step 3:

Make the middle layer. In a measuring cup, add 1 cup of boiling water and 3 oz lime Jell-O packet. Stir until dissolved. Set it aside and let it cool down a little bit.

In a bowl, add the cream cheese and powdered sugar. Beat until well combined. Pour the gelatin and blend together, making sure to scrape the sides.

Add whipping cream to a bowl and beat until stiff peaks. Transfer to the mixture and mix until well combined. Pour into the crust. Refrigerate until it’s completely firm.

Step 4:

Once the middle layer is set, make the final layer. In a measuring cup, add the boiling water and strawberry Jell-O. Whisk to combine. Add the ice and mix until completely dissolved. Let it cool for a few minutes, pour it over the middle layer.

Step 5:

Refrigerate until set. Slice into squares. Serve and enjoy!

Christmas Layered Jello Salad