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Fresh Layered Coconut and Berry Jello Cups Easy 4th of July Recipe

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A cool, creamy, and colorful layered dessert featuring berry-flavored gelatin and a coconut cream layer, perfect for July 4th celebrations and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups water (divided)
  • 1 package (3 oz / 85 g) berry-flavored gelatin
  • 1 cup fresh mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, roughly chopped)
  • 1 can (13.5 oz / 400 ml) full-fat coconut milk, well shaken
  • 3 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin powder
  • 1/4 cup cold water (to bloom gelatin)
  • Optional garnish: extra fresh berries
  • Optional garnish: toasted coconut flakes

Instructions

  1. Bring 1 cup (240 ml) of water to a boil. In a mixing bowl, sprinkle the berry-flavored gelatin over 1 cup (240 ml) of cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
  2. Pour the boiling water over the gelatin mixture and stir until fully dissolved. Let it cool slightly (about 5-10 minutes; warm but not hot).
  3. Add the fresh berries to the cooled gelatin mixture and gently stir to combine. Pour this berry layer evenly into clear cups, filling about halfway.
  4. Place the cups in the refrigerator to set for at least 1 hour or until firm.
  5. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of unflavored gelatin over 1/4 cup (60 ml) of cold water in a small bowl and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
  6. In a small saucepan, warm 1/2 cup (120 ml) of coconut milk with sugar over low heat, stirring until sugar dissolves and mixture is hot but not boiling.
  7. Remove from heat and whisk in the bloomed gelatin until completely dissolved.
  8. Stir in the remaining coconut milk (about 1 cup / 240 ml) and vanilla extract. Let cool to room temperature.
  9. Once the berry layer is set, gently pour or spoon the coconut cream mixture over it, filling cups almost to the top.
  10. Return cups to refrigerator and chill for another 2-3 hours until coconut layer is fully set and firm.
  11. Just before serving, garnish each cup with extra fresh berries and toasted coconut flakes if desired.

Notes

Bloom gelatin properly by sprinkling over cold water and letting sit for 5 minutes before dissolving. Cool gelatin mixtures to warm (not hot) before layering to prevent melting layers. Pour coconut cream slowly over the back of a spoon to keep layers distinct. Use fresh, firm berries to avoid color bleeding. Agar-agar can be used as a vegan alternative but sets firmer and faster. Store covered in refrigerator up to 3 days; avoid freezing.

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Keywords: jello cups, layered dessert, coconut cream, berry gelatin, 4th of July dessert, easy summer dessert, patriotic dessert

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