![]() ![]() ![]() You can vary what kind of fruit juices you use to get different jello flavors. You can also add fruits for a bit of flavor, texture, and nutrition. It's super easy to make homemade jello with unflavored gelatin and fruit juice. Homemade jello is also cheaper than store-bought jello, especially if you buy the gelatin in bulk (such as here). (More on jello and kids later, keep reading!) If your kids love jello, you probably want to fill them up with natural fruit juice instead of the funky artificial stuff. Homemade jello, on the other hand, can be made with all-natural fruit juice, which is a much healthier alternative to the fake stuff that has zero nutritional value. Most pre-made jello and jello mixes sold in stores have artificial flavors and colors. (By the way, if you're curious about feeding therapy for picky eating, I wrote about our experience here.) Why Make Homemade Jello? It is one of the few foods that my son LOVED from the start, so I am glad I can make it at home for him. This blog is about raising a toddler who is an extremely picky eater, and jello has been part of his food therapy for months now. But if you want to see what kind of fruit you should add (or shouldn't add!) to jello, or if you have a picky eater child, you might want to stick around and read the rest of the blog post. If you're just here for the jello with fruit recipe, you can scroll to the bottom to find the recipe card with instructions. No artificial stuff here!Īlso, read about why jello is a great snack for picky eater toddlers, how to use jello as a sensory and learning activity, and as part of feeding therapy for little ones. If you have multiple parties going on, be sure to make extra Jello, then you can turn it into 4th of July Treat Jello Parfaits.An easy recipe for homemade jello with fruit - made with 100% fruit juice, fresh blueberries and strawberries. I have found a great hack for using gelatin and making it not clump, simply stir together the flavored jello and gelatin before adding the hot water – it works like a charm, To make 36 squares, I used three small boxes of Jello and unflavored gelatin, all available at Walmart. By changing the Jello colors (or even shapes- there are some awesome Jello molds out there!) you have a quick, festive, and fun dessert! It is definitely one of my go-to desserts when I am low on time. The other great thing about the Finger Jello Recipe is that it can be used all year and even for other holidays. My other go-to for finger jello is adding a little alcohol for the adults for Jello shots, for the 4th of July make it into a 4th of July Jello Shot– just make sure to clearly mark which is which! So when I sneak in a little fruit it becomes a finger Jello fruit salad! Jello is so versatile- I love that I can add a little extra fun by tossing in some blueberries and strawberries before the Jello hardens. Talk about easy cleanup! What makes Jello so versatile? ![]() Little ones love to help make and eat finger jello and there are no plates needed- just grab a square and enjoy the day. Do you ever eat Jello with your fingers? I think it is a regional trait- some of my friends have never heard of such a thing, but here in the midwest, we do it all the time! Whether you are a pro or a newbie, you can add a little jiggle to your get-togethers with a fun and colorful Finger Jello Recipe!įun desserts are one of my favorite parts of throwing a party – they taste good and are so decorative! Our Sparkler Cupcakes for 4th of July taste amazing and also work as a centerpiece for your table! This Finger Jello Recipe is just as fun and even easier to make. ![]()
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