Summer Berry Jello Lasagna
Summer Berry Jello Lasagna is a vibrant, no-bake dessert that captures the essence of summer in every bite. With layers of creamy mascarpone and whipped cream, juicy fresh berries, and colorful jello on a crunchy graham cracker crust, this delightful treat is perfect for picnics or potlucks. It’s refreshing, easy to make, and can be customized with your favorite seasonal fruits, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1 box (3 oz) berry-flavored jello
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Wash berries gently and pat dry.
- Make the jello: Prepare according to package instructions and chill until set (about 4 hours).
- Create the cream layer: Beat together heavy cream and mascarpone until fluffy.
- Assemble the lasagna: Layer graham cracker crumbs, half of the cream mixture, and half of the berries in a serving dish; repeat.
- Add jello layers: Cut set jello into cubes and fold into the top layer of berries. Sprinkle crushed graham crackers on top.
- Chill before serving: Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap in seasonal fruits like peaches or mangoes for added variety. For an extra zing, incorporate citrus zest into the cream mixture.