Set-Slice Watermelon Jello with a Touch of Watermelon Extract – Easy No-Bake Dessert

Set-Slice Watermelon Jello with a Touch of Watermelon Extract – Easy No-Bake Dessert

Dolce Flav

Servings

10

Prep Time

130 minutes

Category

Watermelon

This Set‑Slice Watermelon Jello is a fun, no-bake dessert that visually mimics a watermelon slice using pink, green, and black “seed” jelly layers. Infused with a hint of watermelon extract, it has an unmistakably fresh and fruity taste that’s perfect for summer. Layered coloring gives the illusion of a real watermelon wedge, making it eye-catching and playful for school lunches, picnics, or summer parties. The subtle flavor amplification from the extract ensures each bite tastes like juicy watermelon.

Ingredients

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    • 1½ cups water

    • 6 tbsp powdered gelatin

    • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk

    • 2 cups milk

    • ¼ tsp watermelon extract

    • Pink, green, and black food coloring

    Directions

    1. Bloom the gelatin: Pour 1½ cups of water into a pot. Sprinkle the gelatin over the surface and let it sit for 5 minutes to bloom.

    2. Dissolve the gelatin: Place the pot over medium-high heat and whisk until the gelatin fully dissolves. Remove from heat.

    3. Add flavor & color: Stir in sweetened condensed milk, milk, watermelon extract, and vanilla (if using).

    4. Divide & color the mixture: Transfer the jelly mixture into separate bowls. Add green food coloring to one bowl for the rind layer, black food coloring to a small portion for “seeds,” and keep the remaining as pink for the flesh layer.

    5. Layer the jello: Lightly spray a 9-inch round baking dish. Pour the green gelatin first and chill until it firms slightly. Then carefully add the black dot layer (in a small bowl) and chill. Finally, pour the pink layer over the top.

    6. Chill & set: Refrigerate the assembled jello—evenly set and colored—for about 2 hours or until fully firm. Slice into wedges and serve.