Ingredients
Method
- Step 1: Prepare the Watermelon Turn the watermelon on its side and slice off the top about 1–2 inches down. Be sure to save the top piece, you’ll use it later as a lid!Place the watermelon in a large bowl to keep it stable, then scoop out all the watermelon flesh from the inside, leaving a hollow shell. (You can save the scooped-out watermelon to snack on or use in smoothies!)
- Step 2: Add the Fruit Fill the hollowed-out watermelon shell with your chopped peaches, strawberries, blueberries, and grapes. Mix and layer the fruit for a colorful, juicy blend.
- Step 3: Make the Clear Jello In a small pot, sprinkle the 5 packets of gelatin powder over the cold water. Let it sit for a few minutes to "bloom". Stir in the water and sugar, then heat the mixture until it's steaming but not boiling. Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
- Step 4: Pour and Set Carefully pour the cooled gelatin mixture into the watermelon, covering the fruit completely. Place the reserved watermelon "lid" back on top.Refrigerate for at least 4-6 hours, or until the jello is completely set.
- Step 5: Slice and Serve Once the jello has firmed up, remove the watermelon from the fridge. Slice it just like you would a regular watermelon, and get ready for the wow factor! You’ll see colorful chunks of fruit suspended in clear, wiggly jello.
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Notes
Tips for Success
- Make sure the gelatin mixture cools completely before pouring it over the fruit; pouring it in while too hot could cook the fruit and make it mushy.
- For even more flavor, you could replace some of the water with white grape juice or another clear, light fruit juice.
- Want to switch it up? Try adding different fruits like raspberries or mango!