Recipezaar: Gelatin,Summer recipes

Strawberry Pretzel Jell-O

Sun, 14 Nov 1999 04:37:00 -0500

A crisp salty pretzel crust complements the creamy marshmallow-fluff-like "white" layer, with a tangy topping of strawberries in gelatin. Much like a strawberry cheesecake, but with the surprise of pretzels! For best results, make Strawberry Pretzel Jell-O only one day in advance, to preserve the crunchy texture of the pretzels. -- posted by Loves2Teach

Fruit Jello Delight

Fri, 16 Nov 2001 18:17:03 -0500

A wonderful, low calorie, no-fat dessert that everyone will enjoy! -- posted by Kat1

Versatile Fluffy Jello

Sat, 19 Jan 2002 16:28:18 -0500

Talk about a versatile dish--can't get any more versatile than this. AND if it has all the things in it you like, how can you go wrong? -- posted by Darlene Summers

Gingered Cheese Mold

Thu, 24 Jan 2002 18:25:27 -0500

Nice appy or starter, low cal, use carrots to dip. Add as much heat as you wish. -- posted by Derf

All American Jello Salad

Tue, 05 Mar 2002 10:53:25 -0500

It's fun to mix jello flavors. Because it kind of red, white and blue you might consider this salad for a summer gathering as well as just everyday kid stuff -- posted by Tish

Frozen JELLO Pops

Wed, 12 Jun 2002 23:44:52 -0400

While searching for homemade popsicles for my kids, I came across this recipe on the Kraft website. Please note that servings vary greatly depending on whether you use popsicle molds or you use 3 ounce paper cups. Have fun!! -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Pretzel Salad

Mon, 29 Jul 2002 19:36:12 -0400

Another Great Recipe from my Brother Bill in Washngton State. -- posted by Rhonda O

Heavenly Hash

Mon, 14 Apr 2003 20:34:43 -0400

Another great Cool Whip salad. Prep time does not include chill time which is 1 hour. -- posted by ROBIN PENA

Fish Bowl Jello!

Tue, 15 Apr 2003 20:00:56 -0400

This is a huge hit! It looks so cool when completed!! Its a bit of work, but definitely worth it :-) If anyone makes this and takes a photo, please do post it!!! Prep time really varies.. so please make sure you set aside enough time to make this!!! Cook time is time to chill total. Like I said times really vary so please set aside some time. Requires 1 goldfish bowl (new is preferred hehe.. otherwise.. pleaaaaaaase clean the old one! haha) -- posted by love4culinary

Raspberry Parfait Pie

Tue, 06 May 2003 20:09:45 -0400

Light on texture but not on taste, this is another fantastic dessert from my grandmother. It's a wonderful addition to any summer meal. -- posted by Debbie Smith

Goodbye Terrible Summer With Delish Rainbow Pudding!

Thu, 22 May 2003 20:00:21 -0400

A wonderful pudding you will remember for long! Preparation time includes the time to set the jelly. -- posted by Charishma Ramchandani

Blackforest Cheesecake Slice

Thu, 22 May 2003 20:00:38 -0400

A beautiful looking & tasting cheesecake. From "Delectable Indulgences" cookbook. -- posted by *Marli*

Strawberry-Pineapple Salad

Tue, 27 May 2003 20:09:09 -0400

From All New Cookbook For Diabetics and Their Families -- posted by JustaQT

Summer Peach Mousse

Thu, 05 Jun 2003 20:17:40 -0400

Peachy keen and simple to make. A no cook, light and easy refrigerator dessert. Prep time does not include refrigeration times. -- posted by Lorac

Cool 'n Easy Creamy Watermelon Pie

Tue, 08 Jul 2003 20:01:46 -0400

This 4 ingredient pie is just what you need on a hot summer day! Easy, light and delicious. Try it with sugar-free and reduced fat ingredients to make it even healthier! Based on a recipe from Quick Cooking magazine. -- posted by SaraFish

Simple Strawberry Mousse

Tue, 08 Jul 2003 20:06:17 -0400

Such a treat in early summer when strawberries are at their peak. Prep time includes 20 minutes for the mixture to cool, but does not include the setting time after - be sure to make this an hour or more before serving. -- posted by Jenny Sanders

Grapefruit Salad Wreath

Tue, 15 Jul 2003 20:00:36 -0400

This recipe was my Mom's. It is a Christmas tradition in our family, however the salad is tasty anytime of the year. It's presentation is very pretty at the table. I recommend an overnight chill for best results in the final set. Cook time does not reflect this. -- posted by Tweeky

Orange Cloud

Fri, 18 Jul 2003 20:04:28 -0400

Nice, fluffy, summertime treat. Cook time is chill time -- posted by Runnergirl19

Jell-o pops

Wed, 30 Jul 2003 20:00:01 -0400

Summer time favorite, lime is my family favorite. -- posted by Nicoleb

Halo-Halo - Hawaiian Filipino Dessert

Tue, 05 Aug 2003 20:04:56 -0400

Refreshing, exotic, and fun! Great for a party. Don't let the eclectic mixture of ingredients scare you away. This is my husband's Filipino grandmother's recipe--she was of Ilocan descent and migrated to Hawaii, so her version reflects her cultural diversity. -- posted by Picholine

Dark Chocolate Mousse (and Filling)

Tue, 05 Aug 2003 20:06:48 -0400

Mmmmmmmmmm...Chocolate-y goooooooooodnessssssssss. Conjour the image of Homer Simpson drooling. Times don't account for chilling. If wary of raw eggs, use powdered eggs or meringue powder -- posted by nomnom

Light & Easy Creamy Dessert

Mon, 11 Aug 2003 20:02:06 -0400

This is a very refreshing dessert, I've tried it with several different flavors of gelatin and it has not dissapointed me yet. Cook time is for refrigeration. -- posted by tater

Jello Melon Wedges

Thu, 14 Aug 2003 20:02:00 -0400

This is a Kraft recipe and I just love the look of it. Galia Melon with lime, honeydew with strawberry Mmmm - If you love jello you'll love this recipe -- posted by Bergy

Dessert

Thu, 02 Oct 2003 20:00:44 -0400

I got this surprisingly yummy recipe from a former co-worker who informed me that this is called, simply, DESSERT. It's very adaptable. I've made it with butterscotch pudding and crushed Heath Bar and, for Christmas last year, chocolate pudding and crushed green and white striped spearmint candies. Could not be easier, and people seem to universally like it, despite themselves. -- posted by jmelyn

Strawberry Gelatin

Mon, 03 Nov 2003 20:00:59 -0500

-- posted by Maty Piñero

5 Layer Delicious Dessert

Tue, 09 Dec 2003 19:59:56 -0500

This is a great "light" dessert that can be made very low fat using the Lower fat versions of the cream cheese, milk, cool whips. I always make this for Pot Luck's and it is always a favorite. So many of my friends have asked me for the recipe, so here it is!!! -- posted by Melissa Nunnink

Berry Margarita Dessert

Wed, 04 Feb 2004 19:59:54 -0500

This is like having an after dinner drink and dessert all in one! Simple to make - yet quite elegant when served in cocktail or martini glasses. To make this nonalcoholic, use orange juice instead of the orange liqueur and pineapple juice in place of the tequila. Refrigeration time is not included. -- posted by CountryLady

Blueberry Pineapple Jello

Mon, 29 Mar 2004 20:00:24 -0500

A great summertime dessert! -- posted by lcdaff

Raspberry Ice Cream Ring

Thu, 10 Feb 2005 19:57:23 -0500

I found this recipe on the Nordicware website. I'm mostly posting it so that I can have it in my cookbook, but I think it is such a delightful recipe that many others might enjoy it as well. It is great for a summer or birthday party. -- posted by alice Dave

Cinnamon-Applesauce Dessert

Wed, 01 Jun 2005 11:36:08 -0400

This is supposed to be "Cinnamon-Applesauce Salad," but it is weird calling it a salad! The recipe also suggests a garnish of cream cheese balls rolled in chopped nuts. Also, for 12 servings, double amounts and pour into a 6-cup mold or into a 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking pan. -- posted by Bec

Key Lime Delight

Mon, 06 Jun 2005 10:50:04 -0400

This is a low-carb treat to try for a light summer dessert. I found it in my local newspaper. Cook time is for chilling. -- posted by Chris from Kansas

Fruity Strawberry Salad

Tue, 21 Jun 2005 13:43:25 -0400

From the 1995 "Heart Healthy Cookbook" of delicious healthy recipes, Edina, MN. This is a compact salad, firm with fruit- It will not melt easily on a plate with warm food. -- posted by Bec

Great Gelatin Salad

Tue, 21 Jun 2005 13:48:20 -0400

From the 1995 "Heart Healthy Cookbook" of delicious healthy recipes, Edina, MN. For variation, add shredded carrots. Makes 8, 4 ounce servings. -- posted by Bec

Red-White-And-Blue Salad

Tue, 21 Jun 2005 15:06:15 -0400

My grandma Lorraine Stromgren would listen to WCCO Radio's Joyce Lamont as she broadcasted a daily recipe. My grandma would sit by the radio with pencil in hand to write down those recipe favorites! A cookbook was published in 1979 after 10 years of recipes being broadcasted. Of over 2,000 recipes that had been broadcasted, the cookbook has the recipes that were the listeners' favorites. -- posted by Bec

Fluffy Strawberry Pie With Pretzel Crust

Mon, 27 Jun 2005 17:39:32 -0400

This looks so good! I need to get some fresh strawberries and start cooking! (source - Betty Crocker) (cooking time includes refrigeration time) -- posted by jovigirl

Luscious Lemon Ice Cream Parfait

Tue, 28 Jun 2005 09:11:51 -0400

A yummy lite parfait with a beautiful presentation. The lemon flavour isn't all that prominent, just nice and fresh. Cooking time is approximate chill time. -- posted by LUv 2 BaKE

Raspberry Angel Pie

Mon, 22 Aug 2005 23:07:42 -0400

This glamorous summer dessert is absolutely heavenly! -- posted by Bluenoser

Persian Cream

Tue, 23 Aug 2005 20:32:36 -0400

Rosewater flavoured "cream". Serve with partially frozen or fresh berry fruits. Posted for Zaar World Tour 2005. Cook time doesn't include chilling. -- posted by Fairy Nuff

Black (Cherry) and White Poke Cake

Tue, 06 Sep 2005 18:27:43 -0400

A light, diabetic/diet-friendly white cake with stripes of black cherry goodness running through it. Yummy-yummy! Times do not include chilling. -- posted by floridoodle

Ginger's Pineapple-Cottage Cheese-Lime Jello Salad

Sun, 23 Oct 2005 20:40:52 -0400

As a child, I remember mom making this and it's absolutely fantastic! It's also a great summer salad - light, cool, and refreshing. -- posted by Koriander

Luscious Lemon Poke Cake

Sun, 20 Nov 2005 23:30:16 -0500

We love lemon desserts and this is so fantastic! You can bake it in a bundt pan too. -- posted by Little Bee

Orange Jello Salad

Wed, 28 Dec 2005 20:59:34 -0500

This is great for church dinners and family reunions. It is very easy to make and has a great orange flavor. -- posted by Lacy S.

Gigi's Strawberry Rhubarb Salad

Tue, 07 Feb 2006 16:29:54 -0500

Gigi used to use a heart shaped mold. So pretty for Valentine's Day. -- posted by Krsi Sue

Lemon Cloud Jello Mold

Mon, 27 Feb 2006 18:51:09 -0500

Tart, sweet, very refreshing for the coming warm weather and simple as can be. And it can be made with other jello flavors and juice flavors; very versatile. -- posted by JanetC-KY

Canned Peaches Amaretto

Thu, 09 Mar 2006 20:50:29 -0500

This is a quick canning recipe for a lug of peaches, about 20 to 24. I like to take the juice from the jar after opening and make a gelatin dessert. -- posted by Montana Heart Song

A Peach of a Cake

Fri, 07 Apr 2006 20:58:59 -0400

This was originally a recipe from Sandra Lee's Semi-Homemade Cooking. I took many liberties with both the ingredients and preparation. I'm sure it would be great with many combinations of fruit, fruit juice & gelatin. Peach just happens to be my favorite of the day. -- posted by SusieQusie

Key Lime Mousse; Awesome!!

Wed, 10 May 2006 18:12:56 -0400

This is even better than Key lime Pie because it is creamy and much richer yet still light enough to serve after a heavy meal. A wonderful mix of sweet and tart. Don't let the use of unflavored gelatin and the long directions scare you off. If you can make Jello, you can make this. Just follow the directions & you'll be fine. This mousse is great for family desserts during the summer yet with some graham cracker crumbs and white chocolate curls on top, it is fancy enough for company also. -- posted by JanetC-KY

Lime Chiffon Pie

Wed, 17 May 2006 18:08:32 -0400

This is from the current issue (Summer '06) of Krafts Food & Family Magazine. I plan on making this in the next few days and am sure others would love it too. Looking at it, I can see how the flavors could be easily changed by different jello flavors. It is printed with sugar free ingredients but I am posting with regular ones. -- posted by JanetC-KY

Berry Cheesecake Dessert

Mon, 22 May 2006 17:19:28 -0400

"My aunt tasted this classic dessert on a business trip at least 40 years ago and brought the recipe back to shar with the family." By Jo Nunnaly. From TOH. NOTE* Chilling time is not included! -- posted by Courtly

Greek Fruit and Nut Mold

Mon, 29 May 2006 21:15:38 -0400

This dessert is very popular here in summer. The secret is the use of buttermilk and Greek yoghurt, creating layers that are creamy, slightly sour/sweet and utterly delicious - better make two of these! This recipe is dedicated to Chef Kate who loves all things JELLO!!! Refrigeration time is not included. -- posted by evelyn/athens

Strawberry Squares

Mon, 05 Jun 2006 16:15:59 -0400

My 13 year old daughter made these tonight for the first time.They were very easy for her to make. These are a light tasting strawberry square perfect for a warm summer day. -- posted by Brenda Tanner-Hebb

Jell-O Easy Patriotic Pie

Thu, 08 Jun 2006 22:22:10 -0400

The texture's a little weird because one typically does not expect Jell-O gelatin pie, but it sure looks pretty on a Fourth of July table! -- posted by ckmclements

Light and Yummie Strawberry Pie

Mon, 19 Jun 2006 19:00:07 -0400

This is a wonderfully light dessert, perfect for the summer months. (I found this from "Taste of Home.") -- posted by John J. O'Sullivan

Seaside Gelatin Salad

Tue, 20 Jun 2006 21:18:27 -0400

This busy beach scene is easy to create when you stir crushed pineapple into berry blue gelatin, chill, then top with graham cracker crumb "sand". Add fun details with simple store-bought items like gummy fish, chocolate seashells, paper umbrellas and more. -- posted by looneytunesfan

Apricot and Orange Gelatin

Fri, 07 Jul 2006 14:58:15 -0400

This is really light and refreshing. -- posted by KittyKitty

Mimosa Salad

Wed, 12 Jul 2006 15:10:16 -0400

A great citrus salad, made with champagne. Cook time is chill time. -- posted by KittyKitty

Strawberry Glaze

Thu, 07 Sep 2006 21:35:06 -0400

You can use this glaze with strawberry pie or other fruit dessert. I use it to go with my fruit pizza when all I'm using is strawberries for the top. I've lightened it up with splenda. You can use real sugar. -- posted by Empire920

Razzle Dazzle Raspberry Parfait

Mon, 11 Sep 2006 19:32:19 -0400

Excellent, easy yet very pretty dessert. Everyone I've made this for loves it!! -- posted by AprilShowers

Light'n Fruity Strawberry Pie

Thu, 18 Jan 2007 16:57:40 -0500

From The Magic of Jell-O cookbook. -- posted by HeidiSue

Yogurt and Honey Panna Cotta

Fri, 30 Mar 2007 23:22:02 -0400

A delicious recipe from "Icebox desserts." Very rich, and very, very good. Originally, it called for sour cream, but I think yogurt is better for a dessert. Cooking time is refrigeration time. -- posted by Japan bound

Lime Jello and Pineapple Salad

Thu, 26 Apr 2007 21:20:31 -0400

A good old standby and another way to get kids to eat some vegetables. Besides, it always looks good on the table especially when the center is filled with green seedless grapes. -- posted by omeomy #2

Dreamsicle Salad

Tue, 01 May 2007 12:55:52 -0400

Cool and refreshing. Allow to refrigerate overnight. -- posted by carolinafan

Weight Watchers Vanilla Mousses / Panna Cotta (Core)

Mon, 28 May 2007 21:25:11 -0400

From the UK Cook Eat Enjoy recipe book. This is a really nice, light dessert that I fall back on all the time. The recipe book calls it a mousse / panna cotta, but it's not really either... perhaps like a hard panna cotta in texture if anything, but either way it works well and is really nice. The recipe book serves it with roasted plums, but I prefer it with tinned raspberries. You can pretty much put whatever fruit you like with it (tinned or fresh) but, as per the first review, it does need something with it. It's a lovely summery dessert and doesn't taste particularly low fat at all. This is core or 1.5 points (WITH one roasted plum per serving) if you're doing full choice. Sorry - I'm not sure what the points damage is without the plums. Please feel free to Z-mail me if you would like the roasted plum part of the recipe to try with it. Enjoy! -- posted by Wendy-Bob

Red, White, and Blue Jello Flag

Mon, 28 May 2007 21:56:07 -0400

We had a block party for Memorial Day and I brought this jello dessert. You can buy the actual mold from www.kraftfoods.com/jello/ for $3.50. I got the jello mold free for buying jello at my local grocery store, which included several recipes. If you don't have the mold, use a pan that has a 10 cup capacity. Follow directions as closely as you can as the consistency of the jello is very important. Please note that you can use (2) 4 serving size packages or (1) 8 serving size packages of jello for the red and blue layers. This will be a hit at your next holiday gathering! -- posted by KCShell

Mango Ginger Mousse

Mon, 28 May 2007 22:53:28 -0400

A refreshing Indian dessert! Candied ginger is fresh ginger that's cooked in sugar syrup and crystallized. If you want to make your own Recipe #102933 but it is easily available at most grocery stores. -- posted by ~Rita~

Jello and Ice Cream

Sat, 02 Jun 2007 20:20:54 -0400

This is the way my grandmother and mother always made it. It comes out lighter and fluffier. -- posted by PaDutchie

Triple-Layer Lemon Meringue Pie

Thu, 07 Jun 2007 11:11:43 -0400

Jazz It Up Garnish with lemon twists or 1/2 cup sliced strawberries just before serving. Substitute Prepare as directed, using JELL-O Pistachio or Vanilla Flavor Instant Pudding & Pie Filling. -- posted by LMillerRN

Fruit Jellies

Sun, 10 Jun 2007 21:19:40 -0400

I made these the other week. Out of Tan Ramsay's Family Kitchen cookbook -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Must Try Low Fat Raspberry Dessert (Panna Cotta-Ish)

Tue, 26 Jun 2007 13:33:33 -0400

In the UK, Marks & Spencer do THE nicest dessert at this time of year - a raspberry panna cotta. Now for those doing Weight Watchers you'll know that panna cotta is practically a deadly sin, so I made up my own low fat version to try and stop me buying the M&S stuff. It's ever so healthy and really tasty - you wouldn't believe it's low fat at all in my opinion. It's almost core but I think you have to count gelatin(?) in which case it's not quite. Depending on whats in your cupboard you can either make this with a flavoured topping or just add vanilla and keep it simple (and more like a panna cotta). This week I've used raspberry jelly though and I think this is my fave version so I'm posting it this way, but if you want to make the plain vanilla version you may need to add some splenda if you like your desserts sweet. Please note that you have to make this recipe in two parts so allow time for setting, etc. Enjoy! -- posted by Wendy-Bob

Fruit Dessert Pizza

Mon, 02 Jul 2007 22:59:10 -0400

This recipe is one my Aunt Nancy made me when I was in town for my visit this year (2007) She said you can use any fruit you like that matches with the jello you use. She used peaches and peach jello. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did. My kids and I loved it! -- posted by Marsha D.

Cranberry-Raspberry Jello Salad

Thu, 05 Jul 2007 11:02:52 -0400

This is an especially sweet Jello salad. Kids love it! Festive for Christmas, but refreshing during the summer. -- posted by Barb Witherspoon

Strawberry Pretzel Salad Dessert

Thu, 19 Jul 2007 19:54:02 -0400

This is an awesome dessert for a potluck or a hot summer day! -- posted by Jenaub

Lemonade Jell-O

Thu, 19 Jul 2007 23:31:49 -0400

This is light and refreshing dessert for summertime. -- posted by KissKiss

Warm Applesauce

Sat, 21 Jul 2007 11:07:16 -0400

My mom used to make this for us with cheese toast. I know it is a simple recipe, but its good. The combination of the spiced fruit and gooey cheese is a marriage made in heaven! I am sure that is why some eat apple pie topped with cheese :) -- posted by Betty K. Rocker

Cream Cheese Gelatin With Blackberry Sauce

Wed, 01 Aug 2007 18:30:42 -0400

This is a delicious easy creamy dessert. You can substitute the blackberries for any fruit you like. -- posted by Mapaf

Black Cherry Cream Parfaits

Mon, 06 Aug 2007 18:21:42 -0400

From TOH. This one is for the hubby! :) Note chill time. -- posted by dicentra

Seven Layer Jello

Thu, 23 Aug 2007 22:15:19 -0400

Make this in a clear dish! It is SO pretty and people will be asking how you cut the Jello into such thin and even layers! Cooking time is total time for all the layers to set. Each layer takes about 30-45 minutes to set so it is best to place the white mixture over a pot of hot water to prevent it from getting hard while you are waiting for the Jello to harden. -- posted by Bake-a-holic!!!

Double Melon Delight

Wed, 21 Nov 2007 23:16:20 -0500

The perfect treat to cool off with on a hot summer's day. Found in Kraft Food and Family Magazine. -- posted by Stephanie Rex's Wife

Easy Mango Pudding

Fri, 21 Dec 2007 16:54:06 -0500

This pudding is light and refreshing dessert for a hot summer's day. It is so quick and easy and tastes really good. -- posted by KrisNick

Low Fat Jell-O Parfaits

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 02:10:18 -0500

I made this about like the recipe for parfaits. Again with the jars which I think is a great idea. Take them about anywhere and not worry about them. Course you can use parfait glasses too. These are good and seem to be filling too. -- posted by KGCOOK

Ww Panna Cotta With Strawberry Sauce and Pine Nuts

Tue, 29 Jan 2008 20:12:18 -0500

I really enjoy this one. It tastes very indulgent and not at all "diet-y." Both of my kids love to eat the panna cotta plain right out of the ramekins. Personally, I definitely recommend the sauce. The panna cotta itself is quite sweet and the tartness of the sauce is perfect with it. I've found that you can halve the sauce recipe and still have plenty. I've actually taken to making the full amount of sauce and just using the excess on other things. Either way... this has become a favorite here. Recipe from the ww website. 4 points per serving. -- posted by HollyGolightly

The Best Jell-O Salad Ever! Strawberry Jello Salad With Banana

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 00:18:18 -0400

This really is one of the BEST Jell-o Salad Recipes. This recipe came from my mother's cousin Antoinette. This recipe has been popular in her family for over 40 years. It is a delicious treat during the summer months as well as an accompanying Holiday dessert (Color goes well for Holiday dessert table). The recipe calls for real whipped cream, however I'm sure that Cool Whip could be substituted as the recipe probably pre-dates the ease of prepared whipped topping, but I do prefer the original recipe as it just makes it more traditional. Note: I use Strawberry Jello, but I'm sure any kind of berry or cherry flavor would work well too... I also use food processor chopper for preparing the bananas & cherries - I use whisk attachment on electric mixer for preparing the set jello & whipping the cream. -- posted by BlondieItaliana

Pineapple Delight

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 15:49:34 -0400

A quick and easy, light and refreshing dessert. There's no cooking involved, but have listed approximate chilling time for dessert to set under "cooking" time. -- posted by Shazzie

Pretzel Jello Dessert

Thu, 08 May 2008 00:31:34 -0400

Light-n-easy fresh summer dessert -- posted by ~la petite chef~

Another Easy Peaches 'n Creme Pie

Thu, 22 May 2008 14:30:44 -0400

This recipe comes from the Kraft Food and Family Magazine. Simple and easy to make and great for using Vanilla Wafers, Orange flavor gelatin, and Cool Whip along with fresh Peaches. Great to have on a warm summer day for those special family get together cookouts. Cooking time is the chilling time. -- posted by Marsha D.

Quick'n'easy U.s. Flag Gelatin Dessert

Sun, 15 Jun 2008 19:35:06 -0400

This gelatin dessert can actually be ready to present in half an hour, yet is beautifully elegant for U.S. patriotic holiday gatherings. I came up with the idea when I'd forgotten that I was supposed to bring my usual Flag Cake to a 4th of July picnic during a very hectic time. I had lots of red gelatin and berries on hand, but no pound cake, no whipped topping in the house, no time to go to the store, and only an hour to have something ready. Here it is... -- posted by Kimberly Annette

Cold Double-Berry Souffle

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 01:26:38 -0400

Souffles are generally for the ambitious, but they are well worth the effort. While this one is not your traditional kind (there is no rising involved and worries that it will collapse), this one can be made ahead and brought out for a show-stopping finale to your summmertime get-together. Prep time does not include 2 hours to chill. Adapted from Good Food Magazine, July 1987. -- posted by JackieOhNo!

Red, White & Blue Jello Creme

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 02:33:44 -0400

I have been making this dessert for years, and it never fails to draw praise. While some people look down their noses at Jello desserts as being too kitsch, I believe taste comes first. This is light, refreshing, and it makes a beautiful, patriotic presentation. Preparation time does not include chilling time, which is at least 3 hours, so plan accordingly. (I usually prepare this the evening before.) -- posted by JackieOhNo!

Ambrosia Jello Mold

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 14:38:43 -0400

This is from Debbie Signor / Cooks Country My friend made this for me while she was in town and we loved it. Light and fruity Needs time to set up -- posted by NC Gal

Strawberry Mousse

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 14:48:40 -0400

This is a really yummy dessert, perfect for summer. I found it online, a couple of years ago, and filed it away as one of my favourites. -- posted by Sara 76

Crushed Ice Cake (Stained Glass Cake)

Wed, 10 Sep 2008 01:02:26 -0400

My DH has had this for his birthday since he was a boy. Light and delicious. -- posted by fluffystew

Very Berry Fruit Terrine With Maple Custard

Sun, 14 Dec 2008 00:50:38 -0500

This is from the Fine Food Club magazine. I haven't tried it yet. Cooking time is actually refrigeration time. -- posted by Sara 76

Blood Orange and Rosemary Jelly

Sun, 11 Jan 2009 12:38:59 -0500

From 'A Year in my Kitchen' by Skye Gyngell a lovely light palate cleansing jelly as it should be . . . wobbly, cool and not too sweet. Winter's bounty at it's best. You will need about 10 oranges to obtain the amount of juice needed. -- posted by lindseylcw

Strawberry Pretzel Salad

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 17:34:49 -0400

I got this recipe from my Grandma, but I tweaked it a little by adding the extracts. They make the whipped cream taste fresher. -- posted by Sarah Goodpasture

3 Layer Strawberry Jello With Pretzels

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 00:35:20 -0400

There are a few recipes like this one, but each has something a little different than mine. My family happens to love this recipe the way I make it, so I wanted to share it with all of you. Great dessert for a kid's party. Let the kids help you make this one! -- posted by Golden Sunflower

Tropical Fruity Jello

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 17:30:51 -0400

To make jello a little more interesting, I added my favourite tropical fruits and it worked beautifully! This is so refreshing on a hot day and the low sugar version is great for waistline-watchers. I use sugar free jello but feel free to use a small packet of regular peach jello. I have been told that fresh pineapple prevents gelatin from setting so only use canned for this recipe. Cook time is chilling time. -- posted by Shuzbud

Old-Fashioned English Summer Berry Jelly and Ice Cream!

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 16:17:56 -0400

Little wibbly-wobbly ruby red jellies with mixed summer berries, so cooling and great with ice cream. There is nothing I love more than taking a basket to the end of my garden to pick an assortment of ripe summer berries when they are in season! The sense of satisfaction at picking your own fruit is wonderful. Although I have called these little jellies English summer berry jellies, I DO make these in France of course - it's just that the berries remind me of my grandparent's gardens and picking the fruit when I was little...plus, the combination of berries is the same as a traditional English Summer Pudding recipe! I make these in little vintage metal moulds, they look so pretty served this way; you can of course make this recipe in a large mould, but DO allow extra time for the jelly to set. -- posted by French Tart

Prosecco and Summer Fruit Terrine

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 09:31:18 -0400

This is a visually stunning dessert. It is a light and refreshing alternative to ice cream for a summer dinner party. The terrine can be made up to 3 days in advance of service. Unmold just before serving. From the August 2002 issue of Gourmet Magazine. Cooking time is chilling time. -- posted by Chef Regina V. Smith

Homemade Blackberry Gelatin & Chilled Blackberry Parfaits

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 15:50:43 -0400

From Bon Appetit, August 1998. Make the gelatin at least one day ahead so that it has time to set. For a sophisticated dessert, layer the blackberry gelatin with sweetened vanilla whipped cream and a few sweetened blackberries in parfait glasses or wine glasses. If only making gelatin, will serve four. -- posted by swissms

Berry Summer Pudding from Woman's World 6/22/09

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 12:34:16 -0400

Very easy summer treat! For an extra treat, stir 2 Tbsp orange-flavored liqueur, such as Grand Marnier, into the pureed berry mixture. -- posted by PMHawk