Best 8 Christmas Gelatin Cutouts Recipes

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During the festive season, Christmas gelatin cutouts are a delightful and visually appealing treat that adds a touch of magic to any celebration. These colorful and versatile gelatin creations are a perfect blend of art and culinary expertise, offering endless possibilities for creativity and personalization. From classic Christmas shapes like snowflakes, trees, and stars to whimsical characters and intricate designs, these gelatin cutouts are a feast for the eyes and a joy to behold. With a variety of recipes using different flavors, colors, and techniques, this collection offers something for everyone, whether you prefer traditional gelatin molds or innovative layered creations. Get ready to embark on a delightful journey of creating and enjoying these enchanting Christmas gelatin cutouts that will surely be the highlight of your holiday spread.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CHRISTMAS CUTOUTS



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Making and decorating these tender sugar cookies left a lasting impression on our four children. Adults now, they've all asked for my Christmas cutouts recipe so they can bake them with their own children. -Shirley Kidd, New London, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 3-1/2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
FROSTING:
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 to 4 tablespoons 2% milk
Optional: Liquid or paste food coloring and assorted sprinkles

Steps:

  • Cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and extracts. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda and cream of tartar; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Shape into a disk; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate until firm enough to roll, 2-3 hours., Preheat oven to 375°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut with floured 2-in. cookie cutters. Place on ungreased baking sheets., Bake until edges begin to brown, 7-8 minutes. Remove from pan to wire racks; cool completely. , For frosting, beat confectioners' sugar, butter, vanilla and enough milk to reach desired consistency; tint with food coloring if desired. Spread over cookies. Decorate as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 74mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

JELL-O JIGGLERS



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This a great recipe to make with kids and for kids. I sent these along with my daughter for her Valentine's Day party. There are many students with allergies, such as milk, wheat, and nuts, and this was a treat they could all enjoy! Cook time is chill time.

Provided by Pamela

Categories     Gelatin

Time 3h5m

Yield 20 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 (85 g) boxes Jello gelatin
2 1/2 cups boiling water (do not add cold water)
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Stir boiling water into gelatin.
  • (Can be done right in the pan.) Dissolve completely.
  • (Very Important!) Lightly spray a 13 x9 inch pan with cooking spray Pour mixture into pan Chill at least 3 hours.
  • Jigglers should be firm after 1 hour.
  • To cut Jigglers dip bottom of pan in warm water for 15 seconds to loosen the gelatin.
  • Cut shapes with cookie cutters all the way through the gelatin.
  • Lift from the pan with index finger or metal spatula.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64.8, Sodium 80.1, Carbohydrate 15.4, Sugar 14.6, Protein 1.3

CHRISTMAS TREE JIGGLERS



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Ditch the fancy molds when making Christmas Tree JIGGLERS! All you need to make Christmas Trees JIGGLERS are four ingredients, one square pan and a knife.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 5h

Yield 28 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups boiling water, divided
4 pkg. (3 oz. each) JELL-O Lime Flavor Gelatin, divided
1 can (5 oz.) evaporated milk
1/4 cup multi-colored sprinkles

Steps:

  • Add 1-1/3 cups boiling water to 2 pkg. gelatin mixes in medium bowl; stir 2 min. until completely dissolved. Pour into 8-inch-square dish sprayed with cooking spray. Refrigerate 25 to 30 min. or until gelatin is set but not firm.
  • Meanwhile, add remaining boiling water to remaining gelatin mixes in medium bowl; stir 2 min. until completely dissolved. Stir in evaporated milk. Refrigerate 15 min. or until slightly thickened; pour over gelatin layer in dish.
  • Refrigerate 4 hours or until firm. Unmold onto cutting board just before serving; cut into 4 rows, then cut each row into 7 alternating triangles. Garnish with sprinkles. Reserve gelatin trimmings for snacking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 60 mg, Carbohydrate 12 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 12 g, Protein 1 g

LAYERED CHRISTMAS GELATIN



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Christmastime always means that this recipe comes out of my recipe box. The traditional holiday colors in this salad make the buffet table look so pretty. -Diane Schefelker, Ireton, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 package (3 ounces) lime gelatin
1 cup boiling water
1/3 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
CREAM CHEESE LAYER:
1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin
2 tablespoons cold water
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup whole milk
BERRY LAYER:
2 packages (3 ounces each) strawberry gelatin
2 cups boiling water
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
Optional ingredients: Thawed whipped topping, lime wedges and fresh strawberries

Steps:

  • Dissolve lime gelatin in boiling water; stir in pineapple juice. Stir in pineapple. Pour into an 11x7-in. dish; refrigerate until set., In a small saucepan, sprinkle unflavored gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute. Heat over low heat, stirring until gelatin is completely dissolved. Transfer to a small bowl. Beat in cream cheese and milk until smooth. Spread over lime layer; refrigerate until set., Dissolve strawberry gelatin in boiling water; stir in cranberry sauce. Cool for 10 minutes. Carefully spoon over cream cheese layer. Refrigerate until set. , Cut into squares. If desired, serve with whipped topping, lime wedges and fresh strawberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 139mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

JELLO JIGGLERS (FOR COOKIE CUTTERS)



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I get really frustrated with Jello that doesn't set-up. I have made these "fool-proof" jigglers a million times for my kids. It's the only recipe I've used that's firm enough to cut out with cutters. Very easy for kids to make, too.

Provided by Roxygirl in Colorado

Categories     Gelatin

Time 2h5m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 (1/4 ounce) envelopes knox unflavored gelatin (3 envelopes will make very firm pieces but 4 envelopes make it indestructible)
3 (3 ounce) packages any color Jello gelatin
4 cups boiling water

Steps:

  • *This recipe does not contain any cold water Combine Knox gelatin and Jello with boiling water and whisk until completely dissolved (about 2 minutes).
  • Pour into a lightly greased 9x13 pan and let set in refrigerator until firm.
  • Cut into squares or use cookie cutters.

JELL-O® JIGGLERS®



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JELL-O Gelatin plus boiling water has always equaled fruity deliciousness. But to up the fun factor, you're going to need an assortment of cookie cutters!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 3h10m

Yield Makes 2 doz. or 24 servings, 1 JIGGLERS® each.

Number Of Ingredients 2

2-1/2 cups boiling water (Do not add cold water.)
2 pkg. (8-serving size each) JELL-O Gelatin, any flavor

Steps:

  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 60 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 1 g

CHRISTMAS GELATIN RING



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This colorful salad with its red and green layers is fun to serve for a festive dinner or brunch. It's been my family's favorite for many years- everyone loves the Jell-O and cream cheese combination. It goes with all kinds of entrees.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (3 ounces) cherry gelatin
3 cups boiling water, divided
1 can (29 ounces) sliced pears, undrained
1 package (3 ounces) lemon gelatin
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed and softened
1 package (3 ounces) lime gelatin
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple

Steps:

  • In a bowl, dissolve cherry gelatin in 1 cup boiling water. Drain pears, reserving 1 cup juice (discard remaining juice or save for another use). Stir pears and reserved juice into cherry gelatin. Pour into a 10-in. fluted tube pan or 3-qt. ring mold coated with cooking spray. Refrigerate until nearly set, about 1-1/4 hours., In a bowl, dissolve the lemon gelatin in 1 cup boiling water; refrigerate until slightly thickened. Beat in the cream cheese until blended. Pour over the cherry layer. , In another bowl, dissolve lime gelatin in remaining boiling water. Drain pineapple well, reserving juice. Add enough water to juice to measure 3/4 cup. Stir pineapple and reserved juice into lime gelatin; spoon over lemon layer. Refrigerate until firm. Unmold onto a serving plate.

Nutrition Facts :

VALENTINE CUTOUTS



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Cool, fruity and creamy, these gelatin valentine cut outs are noticeably richer than plain gelatin. They're a fun finger food that can be easily cut into whichever shape you'd like for any holiday or theme. -Annette Ellyson, Carolina, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 packages (6 ounces each) cherry or raspberry gelatin
2-1/2 cups boiling water
1 cup cold 2% milk
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix

Steps:

  • In a bowl, dissolve gelatin in water; set aside for 30 minutes. In a small bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix until smooth, about 1 minute. Quickly pour into gelatin; whisk until well blended. Pour into an oiled 13-in. x 9-in. dish. Chill until set. Cut into cubes or use a heart-shaped cookie cutter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 63mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips

- To achieve a smooth gelatin mixture, whisk vigorously over a saucepan of simmering water until fully dissolved. Avoid letting the mixture boil, as it can cause the gelatin to break down. - For accurate measurements, utilize measuring cups and spoons specifically designed for cooking and baking. - To ensure the gelatin cutouts maintain their shape, refrigerate them for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving. - To create festive Christmas-themed cutouts, use cookie cutters in festive shapes such as stars, trees, or snowflakes. - To elevate the visual appeal, consider using gel food coloring to create vibrant designs on the gelatin cutouts. - To add a touch of sweetness and flavor, consider coating the gelatin cutouts with your favorite sprinkles, grated coconut, or chopped nuts. - For a refreshing twist, consider infusing the gelatin mixture with fruit juices or purees to create fruit-flavored cutouts. - To make the gelatin cutouts even more indulgent, you can dip them in melted chocolate or caramel before refrigerating them. - For added nutritional value, consider adding fresh fruits, berries, or nuts to the gelatin mixture before pouring it into the molds.

Conclusion

With proper preparation and attention to detail, you can create visually stunning and delicious Christmas gelatin cutouts that will impress your friends and family. These delightful treats are sure to be a hit at your holiday gatherings and bring joy to all who indulge in them. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let your creativity shine as you whip up these festive gelatin delights. Remember, the key to success is to have fun and enjoy the process of creating these edible works of art.

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