This Creamsicle Jello mold is a no-bake vintage recipe, sure to be a hit at any party or potluck. It’s also one of the best gluten-free no bake recipes in my recipe box!
No box mixes here – just cubes of fresh orange juice gelatin seemingly floating in a sea of wobbly vanilla ice cream, there’s nothing more fun, pretty, or totally retro than this Creamsicle Jello Mold.
Orange Creamsicle Jello Salad
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’s 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 till in perfect condition) to my sister and I. “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, Creamsicle Jello mold would not have been possible!
Creamsicle Jello Mold, guys! I mean, if this is not the coolest thing ever, I don’t know what is. And I’m not even a Jello girl, or a citrus and vanilla creamy type person. But when I heard Renee was breaking out her mold again for our latest edition of Sunday Supper Retro Recipes, and at just about the same time I unpacked mine, I had to lay down a jiggly challenge! Plus this fun idea popped into my head based on something I’d seen before.
And seriously, how much fun is this 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 this 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!
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.
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Here’s the Creamsicle Jello Mold recipe…
Creamsicle Jello Mold
A totally retro dessert with cubes of fresh orange juice gelatin seemingly floating in a sea of wobbly vanilla ice cream.
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.
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I’m still laughing over the jiggly challenge! Your looks so cool. Those chunks floating around is just so much fun. And yes, I totally agree that the mold is what really makes it awesome.
Renee recently posted…Creamy Lime Gelatin Salad for Retro #SundaySupper
That’s what I love about the Sunday Supper themes – gets me to make thing I normally might not think of.
Me too! I just think it’s interesting that I can’t find a single kid who doesn’t love creamsicles. And creamsicles “bring out the kid” in all of us, don’t they! I love this unique and fun dessert.
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They really do! Thanks!
Yes, I grew up in the day of jello infiltrating all kinds of recipes and I remember them all so well! I was a huge fan of creamsicle, and my dad loved them also. I’m pretty sure I would enjoy this salad with no problem!
shelby recently posted…Jello Poke Cake for #SundaySupper
Now this is an impressive Jello mold!! Yup, truly a work of art! Lucky you with access to all your mom’s treasures!!!
This looks awesome!! Totally reminds me of something my grandma would make, in the best possible, most yummy way!
Julie @White Lights on Wednesday recently posted…50 St. Patrick’s Day Crafts, Recipes & Ideas
This is beautiful – and I think I would love the ice-cream part … can’t wait to try it! Thanks for the fun recipe.
Susan – ofeverymoment recently posted…Saturday Spotlight #9 – Making Up for Last Week
The ice cream is really cool, and yummy!
Yum! I actually really like creamy jello…things, but I don’t think I’ve had any made with ice cream. Sounds delicious.
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It is such a creative way to flavor Jello. Think of the possibilities!
This looks so pretty!
Thank you!
This is so pretty and I love that it has the creamscicle flavor!
What a pretty dessert! I love the artistic look of it all!
Your orange cubes are nicely suspended! That isn’t always easy to do but yours looks great!
I love creamsicles and I love how beautiful this dessert looks.
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No jelly mold…how about a Bundt pan?
That should work, just be carful unmolding that it doens’t break, since it probably won’t be completely full. You can use a square pan or a bowl too.
Your mom and mine would get on so well. The minimalist in my just doesn’t understand her love for knick-knack but I wouldn’t have her change for the world. 🙂 This looks incredible, I actually haven’t made anything with jello in a long time. Think this looks like a perfect summer treat.
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Gotta love moms, no matter what! Thanks!
I love that you did this from scratch! I can’t wait to try it!
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You have to – it was so fun!
I am not going to lie… I have never made a jello mold before but after seeing this work of art. I am running to the nearest thrift store to find a jello mold!
Can you believe I actually found them on Amazon!
This is calling my name! I’m going to try this soon with a twist. Thanks for the inspiration…..
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This is one of the most beautiful molds I ever seen! I love orange creamsicle! I think my girls would go nuts over this one!
THIS. IS. AWESOME. I wasn’t expecting ice cream when I opened up your post. Love it!
Lauren @ Sew You Think You Can Cook recently posted…#SundaySupper: Retro
Haha, secret ingredient!! 🙂
Oooh you just brought back memories of buying dreamsicles from the ice cream man!! This jello mold version is gorgeous!!
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I know, this is double retro, right>?! 🙂
Looks so refreshing and lovely. Thank you.
Thank you!
This is so awesome!! I love that it’s entirely from scratch, too. It really turned out beautifully. I’ll have to see if my mom kept her old jello mold so I can properly make this one sometime!
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How much in teaspoons is one envelop of gelatin?
About 2 1/2 teaspoons.
The jello mold is from Tupperware. We’ve been making it since the 50’s. If you are interested in the jello mold or any other products, please visit my website. I am an authorized Tupperware consultant.
It’s great to know that the jello mold is still being manufactured. Thank you!