Versatile Jello Mousse Dessert
📜 Collection: JC | ✍️ Attribution: Unknown | 📂 Category: Desserts A classic, no-bake dessert featuring a light and fluffy Jello mousse made with whipped evaporated milk and fruit. This versatile recipe can be served as a molded dessert or as a pie in a graham cracker crust.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 mins | 5 mins | 2 hours | 8-10 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Electric mixer
- Freezer
- Jello mold or serving bowl
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 package (3 oz) | Jello | any flavor |
| 3/4 cup | Water | boiling, or fruit juice |
| 1 can (12 oz) | Evaporated Milk | well-chilled |
| 3/4 cup | Sugar | none |
| 1 can (8-15 oz) | Crushed Pineapple | drained |
| Optional | Graham Cracker Crust | prepared |
| Optional | Fruit | additional |
Instructions
Step 1: Dissolve and Chill the Base
- In a bowl, dissolve the 1 package Jello powder in the 3/4 cup boiled liquid. Let it cool and thicken slightly until it begins to thicken but is not fully set.
Step 2: Whip the Milk
- In a separate, chilled mixing bowl, beat the cold 1 can evaporated milk with an electric mixer on high speed until thick and fluffy and it forms stiff peaks.
Step 3: Combine and Set
- Gradually add the 3/4 cup sugar while continuing to beat until well combined.
- Beat the cooled Jello mixture into the whipped milk mixture until smooth and blended.
- Gently fold in the drained 1 can crushed pineapple and any other desired fruit.
- Pour into a serving bowl, mold, or a prepared graham cracker crust.
- Refrigerate for several hours until completely firm and set.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Store sealed in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
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