Orange Creamsicle Jello Mold {Gluten Free}

3/30/18

Orange Creamsicle Jello Mold is sure to be a hit at any party or potluck. With no box mixes here, there’s nothing more fun, pretty, or totally retro than cubes of fresh orange juice gelatin seemingly floating in a sea of wobbly vanilla ice cream.

Gelatin molds are classic vintage recipes, and this is one of the best gluten-free no bake recipes in my recipe box. It’s also one of the gluten free spring recipes I love to make for Easter!  

So guys, let’s talk about my mom. She likes stuff. Knick-knacks. Tchotchke. Let’s just say that it’s always an adventure bringing my little dudes to her house because her shelves and tables and pretty much any flat surface is covered with little decorations. Not to the point of crazy hoarded overdone excess.

It actually looks really nice, but it’s totally the opposite of my minimalist approach (read: half my crap is still in boxes because there are so many other things I prefer doing than decorating just to have my boys knock stuff over and build Lego towers in and amongst vases and frames and the like).

And this is just her normal decor. When a holiday rolls around, the red hearts and cupids or Christmas trees and snowmen or turkeys and autumn leaves or eggs and bunnies come out. And I mean any holiday. The start of a new school year even counts as a holiday. We aren’t even Irish and she still has a box or two of St. Patrick’s Day stuff.

Not only does she love putting it all out, but she also loves scouring stores and craft shows for new things. And when she has amassed enough new stuff, she tries to pass on her old stuff (which really is not that old and still in perfect condition) to my sister and me.

“Oh Brianne, you always loved when I put this out every Easter. You should take it home and put it in your house.”

I’m not making fun. It’s cute, really. And her house always puts people into a happy mood.

It’s more than just holiday stuff, though. She likes jewelry stuff and accessory stuff and yes, even kitchen stuff. That’s the kind of stuff that gets me excited. When I’m visiting her and decide to make a recipe for the blog, I can usually rummage around and find some great props to take cute photos, like my No-Bake Nutella Cheesecake Shooters or Lemon Creme Oreo Cheesecake Cupcakes.

Plus, without her collection of stuff, this gorgeous piece of art, my Orange Creamsicle Jello Mold, would not have been possible!

Orange Creamsicle Ice Cream Gelatin Mold

And seriously, how much fun is this Orange Creamsicle Jello Mold?!

I mean – vanilla ice cream jello?! Yes! And scattered through it are bursts of fresh citrus flavor, because there are no box mixes here – this is made from fresh squeezed orange juice. That means that the orange creamsicle gelatin mold is sweet, but not too sweet or fake tasting. And using a good quality vanilla ice cream definitely helps with that non-fake tasting flavor. This was a crowd-pleaser with kids and adults alike!

How do you make an Orange Jello Mold?

• After softening the gelatin in some cold water, dissolve it with sugar in boiling water, then add fresh orange juice.
• Pour the orange mixture into a pan, let it chill, then cut into little cubes and transfer the cubes to a jello mold.
• Then repeat the basic steps of blooming the gelatin in cold water and dissolving in boiling water, but this time the cool liquid you add in is melted vanilla ice cream.
• Pour the vanilla ice cream jello mixture over the orange cubes and chill overnight before slicing and serving.
• Of course, if you don’t have a mom that saved you her jello mold, you could certainly just use a bowl or rectangular pan to make the Creamsicle Jello mold.

Is Jello gluten free?

Yes, gelatin is naturally gluten-free, so when you use other gluten free ingredients in jello molds and jello salad recipes, you have an impressive no-bake dessert that even those with celiac disease or a wheat allergy can enjoy.

Since this Orange Creamsicle Jello Mold only has orange juice, sugar, and ice cream in addition to the gelatin, it’s definitely a yummy gluten free option. And if you like this one, you can also try 10 Amazing Jello Recipes to Make You Feel Like a Kid Again.

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Where can I buy a jello mold?

Don’t have your mom’s vintage Tupperware? You can still buy the Tupperware mold I used (you can see it in the video) on Amazon! I love this because it has a lid to keep it covered in the fridge, and the middle part also comes out for easy unmolding.

What are other orange and cream recipes?

• Creamsicle Orange Smoothie
• No-Bake Creamsicle Cheesecake Parfaits
• Cranberry Orange Cream Cheese

Here are more jello recipes…

• Rainbow Gel Fruit Parfait Cups
• Sparkling Cider Ice Cream Float Jello Mold
• Cherry Jello Jigglers from Living Locurto
• Whipped Jello Mandarin Orange Mousse from Amanda’s Cookin

You can also check out more Totally Rad Retro Desserts, like this S’Mores Pudding Pie.

Orange Creamsicle Jello Mold

Classic vintage recipes like this one are making a comeback and with good reason! Cubes of fresh orange juice gelatin floating in vanilla ice cream Jello is an irresistibly fun party treat!

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Print Recipe

5 from 4 votes

Orange Creamsicle Jello Mold

A totally retro dessert with cubes of fresh orange juice gelatin seemingly floating in a sea of wobbly vanilla ice cream. Naturally gluten-free!

Prep Time30 mins

Cook Time10 mins

Chilling time12 hrs

Total Time40 mins

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: jello mold, jello salad recipe, orange creamsicle

Servings: 16

Calories: 85kcal

Author: Brianne @ Cupcakes & Kale Chips

Ingredients

For the Orange Jello

• 2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
• 1/2 cup cold water
• 1/2 cups boiling water
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 cups freshly squeezed orange juice

For the Vanilla Ice Cream Jello

• 2 cups vanilla ice cream
• 3 envelopes unflavored gelatin
• 1/2 cup cold water
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1/4 cup sugar

Instructions

For the Orange Jello

• Sprinkle the 2 packets of gelatin over the cold water. Let sit until absorbed and softened.
• Pour the boiling water over the gelatin and stir until completely dissolved.
• Stir in the sugar and orange juice, and stir to dissolve the sugar.
• Pour into a 9x13 baking dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
• Cut into small cubes and transfer to a jello mold or square baking dish. Store in the refrigerator.

For the Vanilla Ice Cream Jello

• Melt the vanilla ice cream in a small saucepan on the stove or in the microwave. Set aside to come to room temperature.
• Sprinkle 3 packets of gelatin over the cold water. Let sit until absorbed and softened.
• Pour the boiling water over the gelatin and stir until completely dissolved.
• Add in sugar and stir to dissolve.
• Stir in the melted ice cream.
• After ensuring the mixture is at room temperature, pour the ice cream mixture over the orange cubes and refrigerate overnight.
• Cut into slices or cubes.

Notes

Adapted from Root Beer Float Jello from Pint Sized Baker.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 85kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 14mg | Potassium: 94mg | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 2.6% | Vitamin C: 18.9% | Calcium: 2.5% | Iron: 0.4%