Greek Yogurt Jello Recipe
This Greek Yogurt Jello is a delightful and refreshing dessert that combines the creamy richness of Greek yogurt with the fruity flavor of gelatin. It’s easy to prepare, requires minimal ingredients, and can be made ahead of time for convenient serving. Perfect as a light treat or a festive addition to any meal, this recipe is versatile and can be garnished with whipped topping and fresh strawberries for an extra special touch.
- Author: Windy
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 8 servings (6 oz each) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Greek
Jello Mixture
- 1 box (6 oz) strawberry Jello gelatin (or your favorite flavor)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup cold water
Other Ingredients
- 2 cups Greek Yogurt (whole milk preferred, vanilla or plain)
- Whipped cream or Cool Whip whipped topping (optional)
- Fresh strawberries for garnish (optional)
- Dissolve Gelatin: In a large bowl, add the gelatin powder and pour in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir continuously for around two minutes until the gelatin is fully dissolved.
- Add Greek Yogurt: Whisk in 2 cups of Greek yogurt until the mixture is well combined, ensuring a smooth texture with no lumps.
- Incorporate Cold Water: Pour in 1 cup of cold water and give the mixture a gentle stir to blend all ingredients evenly.
- Transfer to Serving Dishes: Pour the gelatin-yogurt mixture into 8 individual serving dishes (approximately 6 oz each) or a medium-sized serving bowl.
- Chill to Set: Cover the dishes and refrigerate until fully set, approximately 4 hours or preferably overnight for best results.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, optionally top with whipped cream or Cool Whip and fresh strawberries for added flavor and decoration.
- Store Leftovers: Cover and refrigerate any leftover portions. Consume within 5 days for optimal freshness and quality.
Notes
- Use whole milk Greek yogurt for best creaminess, but low-fat versions can also work if preferred.
- You can substitute any Jello flavor depending on your taste preferences.
- Ensure gelatin is completely dissolved in boiling water to avoid grainy texture.
- For a lighter dessert, use plain Greek yogurt instead of vanilla-flavored.
- This dessert keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
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