Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1.75 cup

water

boiling

8 unit

orange gelatin

dry

1 cup

water

cold

1 cup

strawberries

sliced

0.5 cup

milk

cold

4 unit

vanilla pudding

dry

2 cup

whipped topping

thawed

19 unit

oreo cookies

Step 1
~24 min

Dissolve gelatin in boiling water.

Step 2
~24 min

Stir in cold water.

Step 3
~24 min

Pour part of the gelatin into a cake pan and refrigerate until slightly set.

Step 4
~24 min

Arrange strawberry slices on the gelatin to create a jack-o'-lantern face.

Step 5
~24 min

Refrigerate until set but not firm.

Step 6
~24 min

Add milk to remaining gelatin.

Step 7
~24 min

Stir in pudding mix.

Step 8
~24 min

Whisk until blended.

Step 9
~24 min

Gently fold in whipped topping.

Step 10
~24 min

Spoon the mixture over the gelatin in the pan.

Step 11
~24 min

Arrange OREO cookies over the pudding mixture.

Step 12
~24 min

Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm.

Step 13
~24 min

Unmold onto a serving plate before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure gelatin is fully dissolved to avoid grainy texture.

Chill the pan before adding the first gelatin layer for faster setting.

Gently unmold the dessert by inverting the pan onto a serving plate.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Yes, can be made 1 day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Quiet
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled as a dessert.

Pairs well with coffee or milk.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Light appetizers
Fruit salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Associated with Halloween festivities.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Halloween

Occasion Tags

Halloween
Parties
Holidays

Popularity Score

70/100