Ingredients for Gelatin Dessert Squares
- All Purpose Flour
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 8 ounces whipped topping, thawed
- Raspberry Gelatin Powder
- ¼ cup boiling water
- ¼ cup cold water
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How to Make Gelatin Dessert Squares
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ½ cup chopped pecans, and ½ cup packed light brown sugar.
- Cut in ½ cup (1 stick) softened unsalted butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press the mixture firmly into an ungreased 13x9x2 inch baking dish.
- Bake for 10-13 minutes, or until lightly browned.
- Let cool completely on a wire rack.
- In a large bowl, beat 8 ounces softened cream cheese and ½ cup granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold in 8 ounces thawed whipped topping.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- In a small bowl, sprinkle 1 ounce unflavored gelatin over ¼ cup boiling water. Let stand for 1 minute to soften.
- Stir until completely dissolved. Stir in ¼ cup cold water and a few drops of red food coloring (optional).
- Pour the gelatin mixture evenly over the cream cheese layer.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the gelatin is completely set.
- Cut into squares and serve chilled.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
10 g
Sugar
123g
Fat
81g
Carbs
13g
