Applesauce Jello Squares
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Applesauce Jello Squares are a fun, easy and light dessert for everything from holidays to picnics. Use any flavor Jello to fit the occasion.
If you’re looking for a recipe that is light and refreshing, try these Applesauce Jello Squares. Not only are they delicious, but they make a simple side dish or dessert for just about any occasion.
While the kids were little, this was my go-to recipe for taking to picnics and holiday dinners. I always had boxes of Jello and homemade applesauce on hand so I never had to drag three kids out to the store in order to make this. It has stood the test of time and now I’m sharing it with you.
About this Applesauce Jello Recipe:
- Flavor: The main flavor that shines through is raspberry, or whatever flavor Jell-o you choose. The apple flavor is very minimal.
- Texture: The texture is light and soft, but not quite as smooth as plain Jello thanks to the applesauce. The applesauce gives it a light texture.
- Method: This recipe takes just 10 minutes to mix up, but needs to chill in the fridge for about 3 hours. Plan ahead for the best results.
If you like Jello, try our Christmas layered Jello.
Ingredients
There are 3 main ingredients:
- Water
- Jello. You’ll need 2 small boxes of gelatin. (3 ounces each if they are not sugar-free.)
- Applesauce. This works best with unsweetened applesauce. There’s enough sugar in the gelatin.
The whipped cream, fresh fruit and mint leaves are simply for garnishing if you’d like.
How to Make Applesauce Jello
There are 4 steps to make this applesauce Jello salad:
- In a large bowl, dissolve the Jello powder in the boiling water. Stir until the powder is completely dissolved.
- Add the chilled applesauce into the warm Jello and whisk well.
- Lightly spray an 8×8 baking pan with cooking spray. Pour the Jello mixture in the prepared pan.
- Refrigerate for at least 3 hours so that it can set.
After it has set, you can slice it into squares and serve it with a spatula.
Recipe Variations
- Use sugar free jello, no-sugar added applesauce and whipped cream with no sugar (or fat free cool whip) for a virtually sugar free dessert. Light and fresh for summer or after a Thanksgiving dinner.
- Looking for a Christmas Jello? Try cherry Jello, and you can even top with cranberry sauce for a special treat.
- Use blue raspberry jello in this recipe and serve with fresh red berries for a gorgeous patriotic July 4 dessert recipe.
- Red Hot Jello: Dissolve up to 1 cup of Red Hot candies in the water before adding the Jello powder. It makes an amazing applesauce cinnamon Jello and the cinnamon candies give it some spicy heat.
Applesauce Jello Squares
A fun, easy and light dessert for holidays and summer picnics! Use any flavor or color gelatin in these Applesauce Jello Squares.
Servings 9
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups boiling water
- 6 ounces raspberry Jello (or your favorite flavor – 2 small boxes)
- 2 cups unsweetened applesauce chilled
Garnishes:
- whipped cream
- fresh fruit
- mint leaves
Instructions
- In a large bowl, dissolve the Jello powder in the boiling water. Stir until the powder is completely dissolved.
- Add the chilled applesauce and mix well.
- Lightly spray an 8×8 baking pan with cooking spray.
- Pour the Jello mixture in the prepared pan.
- Refrigerate for at least 3 hours so that it can set.
- Serve chilled with fruit, whipped cream and mint leaves.
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Notes
The calories shown are based on the recipe being cut into 9 squares, with 1 serving being 1 square. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate.
Nutrition
Calories: 95kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.004g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.001g | Sodium: 89mg | Potassium: 41mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 16IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.1mg