Description
Broken Glass Jello Bars are a colorful and fun dessert featuring a crunchy lemon Oreo crust topped with vibrant, multi-flavored jello cubes suspended in a creamy gelatin and sweetened condensed milk mixture. This no-bake recipe combines bright colors and zesty flavors to create an eye-catching treat that’s perfect for parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 package lemon Oreo thins
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
Colored Jello Cubes
- 5 packets (3 oz each) assorted Jello flavors (orange, raspberry, lemon, lime, blueberry)
- 5 cups boiling water (1 cup per jello packet)
Gelatin Mixture
- 2 packets (0.25 oz each) unflavored gelatin
- 7 cups boiling water, divided
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups water (for gelatin mixture)
Instructions
- Prepare Colored Jello: In 5 separate containers, each large enough to hold more than 1 cup, dissolve one packet of flavored jello powder in 1 cup of boiling water per container. Stir constantly for about 2 minutes until fully dissolved. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set firmly.
- Make Lemon Oreo Crust: Process the lemon Oreo thins in a food processor until they resemble fine sand. In a large bowl, mix the crushed Oreos with melted butter until combined into a loose, wet sand-like texture.
- Form Crust: Press the Oreo mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch tall-sided dish to create the crust layer. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to chill and firm up.
- Prepare Jello Cubes: Remove the set jello from the refrigerator and loosen the edges by setting containers in warm water briefly. Slide the jello out onto a cutting board and cut into 1-inch cubes.
- Arrange Jello Cubes on Crust: Place the colorful jello cubes randomly over the chilled lemon Oreo crust in the dish.
- Make Gelatin Mixture: In a large bowl, dissolve 2 packets of unflavored gelatin in 2 cups of water, stirring for about 2 minutes. Add the sweetened condensed milk and stir thoroughly until smooth.
- Combine and Chill: Pour the gelatin and condensed milk mixture over the jello cubes gently. Press the exposed jello cubes down to submerge them slightly, creating a fairly smooth top layer. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firmly set.
- Serve: Use a warm knife to cut the bars into cubes or squares. Serve chilled for best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use a warm knife to cut the bars cleanly without cracking the gelatin layer.
- Feel free to mix and match jello flavors and colors to customize your broken glass bars.
- Allow sufficient chilling time for each stage to ensure firm layers and easy assembly.
- These bars are best served cold and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
