7 Layer Gelatin Salad Recipe

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Here's an eye-catching salad that my mother makes for Christmas dinner each year. You can choose different flavors to make other color combinations for specific holidays or other gatherings. -Jan Hemness, Stockton, Missouri

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7 Layer Gelatin Salad Recipe
  • Prep: 30 min. + chilling
  • Yield: 15-20 Servings
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Ingredients

  • 7 packages (3 ounces each) assorted flavored gelatin
  • 4-1/2 cups boiling water, divided
  • 4-1/2 cups cold water, divided
  • 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk, divided
  • 1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
  • Fresh mint, sliced strawberries and kiwifruit, optional

Directions

  • In a small bowl, dissolve one package of gelatin in 3/4 cup boiling water. Add 3/4 cup cold water; stir. Spoon into a 13-in. x 9-in. dish coated with cooking spray. Chill until set but not firm, about 40 minutes.
  • In another bowl, dissolve another package of gelatin in 1/2 cup boiling water. Add 1/2 cup cold water and 1/2 cup milk; stir. Spoon over the first layer. Chill until set but not firm, about 40 minutes.
  • Repeat five times, alternating plain gelatin layers with creamy gelatin layers. Chill each layer until set but not firm before spooning next layer on top. Refrigerate entire salad overnight. Just before serving, spread top with whipped topping. Cut into squares to serve. Garnish with mint and fruit if desired. Yield: 15-20 servings.

Editor's Note: This recipe takes time to prepare since each layer must be set before the next layer is added.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 piece) equals 71 calories, 3 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 6 mg cholesterol, 28 mg sodium, 8 g carbohydrate, 0 fiber, 2 g protein.

Originally published as Seven-Layer Gelatin Salad in Taste of Home October/November 2000, p39

Tip

Carefully Add Layers

When making a layered gelatin salad, it's helpful to gently spoon (rather than pour) each layer onto the previous layer of gelatin so it doesn't break through the other layers. —Janet Biersach, Mauston, Wisconsin

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7 Layer Gelatin Salad Recipe

7 Layer Gelatin Salad

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Reviewed on May. 15, 2012 by xicota

Everyone at dinner loved the idea of the layers! The next time I make this, I will follow the photo for the layering, as I had substituted two of the gelatines for other flavors (didn't have the originals on hand), and the color combination I ended up with wasn't as pretty as the posted recipe, but the family thought it was great anyway (they didn't see the photo). I substituted non-dairy creamer for the evaporated milk, as my daughter has lactose intolerance. No one knew the difference, and the layers set up nicely. A really fun recipe for special occasions!


Reviewed on Apr. 29, 2012 by rat3

at work when we have a potluck everyone ask me to fix this salad and there any thing left !!!!!


Reviewed on Dec. 07, 2010 by Heather Leigh

This dessert is awesome. I make 3 at a time to go with our meals at church. Everyone loves it. Kids and adults like the way it looks and tastes! Definitely a crowd pleaser! You have to make it the day before though and it takes a good 2-3 hours but well worth it and easy to make!


Reviewed on Oct. 25, 2010 by kls258

I made this for my daughter's 7th birthday and it was a huge hit! It took time to make but the flavors blend so well and it looked gorgeous! I'm curious to try it with sugar-free jello next time.


Reviewed on Feb. 07, 2010 by SandyRoss

I made this for my brothers party! It was a hit with all the little ones! It took awhile to make, but the finished product was pretty! And quite yummy!

 
 
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