JELL-O Beach Dessert Recipe

Name: JELL-O Beach Dessert
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2-1/4 cups finely crushed vanilla wafers, divided; 1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted; 1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 tub (12 oz.) COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed, divided; 1-1/2 cups boiling water; 1 pkg. (6 oz.) JELL-O Berry Blue Flavor Gelatin; ice cubes; 3/4 cup cold water; 1/4 cup blue sprinkles; suggested decorations (6 sticks colored chewing gum, 6 pieces [2-inch] chewy fruit snack roll, 6 miniature paper umbrellas, 2 jawbreaker candies)

Servings: persons

2-1/4 cups finely crushed vanilla wafers, divided
1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted
1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1 tub (12 oz.) COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed, divided
1-1/2 cups boiling water
1 pkg. (6 oz.) JELL-O Berry Blue Flavor Gelatin
ice cubes
3/4 cup cold water
1/4 cup blue sprinkles
suggested decorations (6 sticks colored chewing gum, 6 pieces [2-inch] chewy fruit snack roll, 6 miniature paper umbrellas, 2 jawbreaker candies)

1
Combine 2 cups wafer crumbs and butter in 13x9-inch dish; press onto bottom of dish.
2
Mix cream cheese and sugar in medium bowl until blended.
3
Gently stir in half the COOL WHIP; spread over crust.
4
Add boiling water to gelatin mix in separate medium bowl; stir 2 min.
5
until completely dissolved.
6
Add enough ice cubes to cold water to measure 2 cups; stir into gelatin until ice is melted.
7
Refrigerate 5 min.
8
or until gelatin is slightly thickened.
9
Spoon over cream cheese layer.
10
Refrigerate 3 hours or until firm.
11
Just before serving, spread remaining COOL WHIP over dessert.
12
Sprinkle with wafer crumbs and sprinkles to resemble sand and water.
13
Add decorations as desired to resemble photo.

788

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* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2-1/4 cups finely crushed vanilla wafers, divided, 1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted, 1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened, 1/4 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, JELL-O Beach 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!

JELL-O Beach Dessert

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Variations & substitutions

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