Sensational Snacktivities at Home
JELL-O JIGGLERS
"Jellin'-Melon" Snacks
Finger Gelatin
Layered Mousse Bites
Patriotic Parfaits
Juicy Gelatin
(Family Features) - Getting creative with snack time is an activity the whole family can
enjoy. And when it comes to making delicious, fun and contemporary treats, the Jellymongers
have turned fun into an art form.
The Jellymongers, Sam Bompas and Harry Parr, are big fans of JELL-O gelatin and are
masters when it comes to using it to create spectacular works of art.  They have
achieved worldwide recognition for their eye-catching sculptures and monuments from
their native England. According to Bompas and Parr, making JELL-O creations is a
perfect way to have fun in the kitchen. They have put together a few quick tips for
some sensational snacks that can be tried at home:
- Everyday home items can be used to create fun shapes - the only limit is your
creativity! Try setting JELL-O in ice cube trays, cupcake pans or reusable plastic
containers.
- When making the gelatin, stir in fruit or substitute juice for some of the water
for an extra fruity creation.
- Looking to give your gelatin a firmer set? Try adding KNOX gelatin to help your
shapes and molds keep their form. Perfect for bite-sized snacks!
- To easily release a masterpiece from its mold, dip mold in a bowl of hot water for
a few seconds. Wet a sturdy plate, place on top of the mold and invert. The JELL-O will
slip out onto the plate for display.
"JELL-O gelatin has a great collection of snack ideas that are fun to make, and even
more fun to eat," says Bompas. "These everyday snacks are easy to do at home and take 20
minutes or less to prepare."
The classic JELL-O JIGGLERS recipe serves as a wonderful "snacktivity" for small hands.
From moons and stars to racecars and footballs, you can create endless, fun shapes with a
pan of gelatin and cookie cutters. Finger Gelatin is another bite-sized snack idea, perfect
for parties or an afternoon treat.
It's mix and match time! Unleash inner creativity with Jellin'-Melon, by combining your
favorite fruit and gelatin flavor. Try chilling lime gelatin in a hollowed out cantaloupe
for a refreshing citrus treat. With all the possible combinations, this makes for an extra
special snack time treat.
JELL-O JIGGLERS
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups boiling water (Do not add cold water)
- 2 pkg. (6 oz. each) JELL-O Gelatin, any flavor
Preparation
- STIR boiling water into dry gelatin mix in large bowl at least 3 min. until
completely dissolved. Pour into 13x9-inch pan.
- REFRIGERATE at least 3 hours or until firm.
- DIP bottom of pan in warm water 15 sec. Cut into 24 decorative shapes using 2-inch
cookie cutters, being careful to cut all the way through gelatin to bottom of pan. Lift
JIGGLERS from pan. Reserve scraps for snacking. Store in tightly covered container in
refrigerator.
Serves
Makes 2 doz. or 24 servings, 1 JIGGLER each
Preparation Time:
10 min.
Total Time:
3 hours 10 min. (incl. refrigerating)
"Jellin'-Melon" Snacks
Ingredients
- 1 cantaloupe, or other melon, cut lengthwise in half
- 3/4 cup boiling water
- 1 pkg. (3 oz.) JELL-O Lime Flavor Gelatin
- 1/2 cup cold water
Preparation
- REMOVE seeds from melon halves; cut thin slice from bottom of each half. Scoop out
melon flesh, leaving 1-inch-thick shells. Place upside-down on paper towels to
drain.
- ADD boiling water to gelatin mix; stir 2 min. until completely dissolved. Stir in
cold water. Refrigerate 15 min. or until slightly thickened. Pour into melon
shells.
- REFRIGERATE 3 hours or until gelatin is set. Cut into wedges.
Serves
Makes 8 servings
Notes, Tips & Suggestions
Courtesy of "Woman's Day Magazine"
Preparation Time:
15 min. plus refrigerating
Finger Gelatin
Ingredients
- 3 pkg. (4-serving size each) JELL-O Raspberry Flavor Gelatin
- 4 envelopes KNOX Unflavored Gelatin
- 4 cups boiling water
Preparation
- MIX both gelatins in large bowl; stir in boiling water until completely
dissolved.
- POUR into 13x9-inch pan. Refrigerate 1 hour or until firm.
- CUT gelatin mixture into small squares. Store in tightly covered container in
refrigerator.
Serves
Makes 12 servings, about 12 squares each
Preparation Time:
20 min.
Total Time:
1 hour 20 min.
Layered Mousse Bites
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups boiling water
- 2 pkg. (3 oz. each) JELL-O Strawberry Flavor Gelatin
- 2 cups thawed COOL WHIP Whipped Topping
Preparation
- ADD boiling water to gelatin mixes in medium bowl; stir with whisk for 2 minutes
until completely dissolved. Stir in COOL WHIP until well blended.
- POUR into 8-inch square pan.
- REFRIGERATE for 3 hours or until firm. Cut into 36 pieces.
Preparation Time:
10 min.
Total Time:
3 hours 10 min.
Patriotic Parfaits
Ingredients
- 2 cups boiling water
- 1 pkg. (6 oz.) or 2 pkg. (3 oz. each) JELL-O Berry Blue Flavor Gelatin
- 2 cups cold water
- 1 tub (8 oz.) COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed, divided
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
Preparation
- ADD boiling water to gelatin mix in large bowl; stir for 2 minutes until completely
dissolved. Stir in cold water. Pour into 9 parfait or dessert glasses.
- REFRIGERATE for 4 hours or until firm.
- SPOON 2 cups COOL WHIP over desserts; top with berries and remaining COOL
WHIP.
Serves
Makes 9 servings
Preparation Time:
10 min.
Total Time:
4 hours 10 min.
Juicy Gelatin
Ingredients
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 pkg. (4-serving size) JELL-O Strawberry Flavor Sugar Free Gelatin
- 1 cup cold orange juice
Preparation
- STIR boiling water into gelatin in medium bowl for at least 2 minutes until
completely dissolved. Stir in orange juice.
- REFRIGERATE for 4 hours or until firm.
Serves
Makes 4 servings
Preparation Time:
5 min.
Total Time:
4 hours 5 min.
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