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Birthday Cake Jelly Cat

Whimsical Birthday Cake Jelly Cat That Dances on Your Tastebuds

Celebrate with a Birthday Cake Jelly Cat, a vibrant and playful dessert that combines the nostalgia of cake and the jiggle of jelly.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Cakes & Cupcakes
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Jelly Base
  • 2 tablespoons unflavored gelatin powder look for unflavored gelatin for optimal results
  • 1 cup cold water used for blooming the gelatin
  • 3 cups water for preparing the base
  • 1 cup granulated sugar can be substituted with a sugar alternative if desired
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds flavor
  • food coloring your choice for vibrant layers
Toppings
  • 1 cup whipped cream use non-dairy alternatives if preferred
  • sprinkles choose allergy-friendly options if necessary

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • medium saucepan
  • whisk
  • clear cake mold or glass dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine water and sugar. Heat over medium heat until sugar dissolves.
  3. Add the bloomed gelatin mixture and stir until completely melted and clear.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes.
  5. Divide the gelatin mixture into bowls and add food coloring to achieve desired colors.
  6. Pour thin layers into a clear cake mold, chill for 30 minutes between each layer.
  7. Once all layers are set, cover and chill the entire dessert in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  8. To serve, unmold the jelly onto a platter, top with whipped cream and sprinkles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 30g

Notes

Ensure gelatin mixture isn't too warm when adding colors. Allow each layer to set completely for color separation.

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