Quick and easy Applesauce Jello is loved by kids and adults as a side dish or dessert. Simple enough for lunch and worthy of holidays!
Applesauce Jello Salad
Combine the silky smoothness of applesauce with the wobbling texture of Jello, a light dessert or side dish that captivates both young and old. Simple culinary brilliance!
Jello Salad just makes meals and snacks more dang fun!
Top Tip
It is essential that the water is boiling (not just hot when you add the Jello) to ensure the sugar and gelatin actually dissolve. Ban gritty Jello!
Pro Tips
Work quickly! Have all your ingredients and tools ready before beginning, so your Applesauce Jello doesn't start to set up before you are finished stirring.
No microwave? Do it the old-fashioned way--Use a saucepan to boil the water and mix the Jello.
Avoid using a whisk to stir as this incorporates air into your Jello and can create a weird bubbly film as it sets up. Use a spoon to stir, instead.
Ingredients
- Boiling water
- Small box of flavored Jello (choose your favorite flavor and/or color)
- Applesauce, sweetened or unsweetened
Instructions
- Microwave water in a microwave-safe medium bowl for 2 minutes or until water is boiling.
- Add Jello to boiling water. Next, stir until Jello is completely dissolved using a spoon. This takes approximately 2 minutes.
- Add the applesauce, and stir until well-combined. Transfer to a serving dish, if desired.
- Cover and refrigerate until set. About 4-6 hours (or overnight).
Flavoring Applesauce Jello
Choose your favorite flavor of Jello! You can't go wrong as long as you can live with the color.
I would start with Cherry or Raspberry Applesauce Jello.
Holiday Themed Jello
But… what if you choose the Jell-O for its color instead of its flavor?! Now we are getting crazy!
- Think orange or purple for Halloween Applesauce Jello.
- Lime green for a Grinch themed dish!
- Cherry for Christmas
- Blue for 4th of July
FAQ
In short, no. Jello is made with gelatin AND sugar AND flavorings. When a recipe calls for "gelatin" they typically mean plain gelatin. Plain gelatin is often used as a thickener but is not used for flavoring a dish.
I choose to use unsweetened applesauce for my family as I find the sugar in the Jello is plenty for the finished dish.
Yup! You can use the sugar-free Jello flavors if that is your preference. No modifications to the recipe are needed.
Serving Ideas
Kids and adults love to feel special. Make this simple dish feel special by pouring the mixture into:
- champagne flutes
- wine glasses
- jelly jars
- ramekins
- Lunchbucket addition-pour the mixture into small, lidded containers to pack in your lunch. Homemade Jello is cheaper and healthier than those little cups at the store. Plus, no container to throw in the trash!
- Fancy it up with a dollop of Cool Whip, spray whipped topping, or try homemade whipped cream for extra decadence.
- Applesauce Jello it's a great substitute for cranberry sauce at holiday meals.
Related Recipes
Red Hot Jello Applesauce made with delicious red hot candies. And other fantastic Jell-o recipes include: Lemon Jello Cake and 7 Up Salad.
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Food Safety
- Wash hands before cooking
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
Applesauce Jello
Ingredients
Method
- Microwave water in microwave safe medium bowl for 2 minutes or until water is boiling.
- Add Jello to boiling water. Stir until Jello is completely dissolved using a spoon. Approximately 2 minutes.
- Add the applesauce, stir until well-combined. Transfer to serving dish, if desired.
- Cover and refrigerate until set. About 4-6 hours (or overnight).
tess says
Best way to sneak some fruit into your kid's diet!
Chuckie says
Mommas have to be sneaky sometimes!
Kim Viets says
Tastes like "Grandma's house" memories!!
Chuckie says
Food memories are for real. 🙂 So glad we could take you back.
Jan says
Just like when I was a kid. I tried several flavors of Jell-O and it was great with every one.
Chuckie says
I love your creativity! Thank you for the kind review. 🙂