Graveyard Gelatin Dessert Recipe

Name: Graveyard Gelatin Dessert
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 35 chocolate wafer cookies, finely crushed (about 1-3/4 cups), divided; 1/4 cup sugar; 5 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted; 1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened; 1 tub (8 oz.) COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed, divided; 2 cups boiling water; 1 pkg. (6 oz.) JELL-O Orange Flavor Gelatin; ice cubes; 1/2 cup cold water; 3 oblong vanilla creme-filled sandwich cookies; decorating icings; 10 pieces candy corn; 3 pumpkin-shaped candies

Servings: persons

35 chocolate wafer cookies, finely crushed (about 1-3/4 cups), divided
1/4 cup sugar
5 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted
1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 tub (8 oz.) COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed, divided
2 cups boiling water
1 pkg. (6 oz.) JELL-O Orange Flavor Gelatin
ice cubes
1/2 cup cold water
3 oblong vanilla creme-filled sandwich cookies
decorating icings
10 pieces candy corn
3 pumpkin-shaped candies

1
Mix 1-1/2 cups wafer crumbs, sugar and butter in 13x9-inch pan; press onto bottom of pan.
2
Refrigerate until ready to use.
3
Beat cream cheese in medium bowl until well blended.
4
Gently stir in half the COOL WHIP; spread over crust.
5
Add boiling water to gelatin mix in medium bowl; stir 2 min.
6
until completely dissolved.
7
Add enough ice cubes to cold water to measure 1-1/2 cups.
8
Add to gelatin; stir until slightly thickened.
9
Remove any unmelted ice.
10
Spoon gelatin over cream cheese layer.
11
Refrigerate 3 hours or until firm.
12
Spread remaining COOL WHIP over gelatin just before serving; sprinkle with remaining wafer crumbs.
13
Decorate cookies with icings to resemble tombstones; insert in top of dessert.
14
Add candies.

6638

kcal

Calories

425

Fat

603

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 35 chocolate wafer cookies, finely crushed (about 1-3/4 cups), divided, 1/4 cup sugar, 5 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted, 1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened, and more.

Yes, Graveyard Gelatin Dessert falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Graveyard Gelatin Dessert

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Variations & substitutions

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