Jell-O Pinwheels

Learn how to make these Jell-o pinwheels! Another stupid easy 'recipe' with only 3 ingredients. Super easy, quick to make and the kids will love them! You can use any flavor of Jell-O to make these.
What you'll need:
1 (3oz) pkg Jell-O gelatin
1/2 cup water
1-1/2 cup mini marshmallows (I used and recommend 1 cup loosely packed)
Barely spray an 8"x8" or 9"x9" baking pan with non stick spray. Using a paper towel, spread oil around and leave just a thin film of oil on the pan. Set aside.
In a large bowl, combine Jell-O and water. Microwave on high for 1 minute. Using a whisk, stir to combine until all gelatin is dissolved. Add in mini marshmallows and microwave on high for 20-40 seconds, just until marshmallows begin to puff. You don't want to melt them. Whisk until marshmallows are dissolved into the Jell-O. Quickly pour into prepared baking pan and refrigerate 45 minutes to 1 hour.
When throughly chilled, roll up Jell-O sheet in the pan and put your log onto a cutting board. Using monofilament or unflavored dental floss, cut into 1" slices like you would cinnamon rolls. Place onto a plate and keep refrigerated until serving. Makes 8-9 1" slices. Enjoy!
I got this recipe and idea from Joy of Jello here: www.joyofjello.com/?p=1085

[@marywilliams4637]

I make this with the Jolly Rancher Watermelon jello and it is FANTASTIC!!!

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

It does it on it's own. If it's staying mixed, it's because the marshmallows got too hot. You only need to barely heat them to get them to dissolve and only after dissolving the gelatin.

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

You're very welcome! I hope they turn out well for you!

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

You're very welcome. I would try the 'instant' Jello first and see how that turns out before trying the regular Jello. Hope all goes well!

[@TheWolfePit]

This is GENIUS! My daughter would love making these! Baby aspirin are delicious! LOL

[@Canadianeh100]

I'm about 70 years past being a kid but these pinwheels look delish and you can bet that I'm going to give them a whirl - so to speak. I'm sure my grandkid will like them and maybe my kids.

[@lydiasanders7913]

I was so excited to stumble across this!!Making it now and using blurb raspberry jolly rancher jello!

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

No need to zap the marshmallows. For the chocolate, zap a couple tablespoons of cream or half and half for 30 seconds or so until it's hot and stir in 1/2 cup of chocolate chips until they're melted. You can use semi-sweet although if you have dark, that would be delightful! I think it would be easiest if you just put a toothpick into the marshmallow and dip that and just place it on the nilla wafer. If you're feeling it, you could dip the nilla wafer too but not really necessary.

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

Here in the US, our Jello is pre-sweetened with the sugar already in it. I'm not sure what kind of Jello you have in Germany but you should use pre-sweetened if you can find it. It certainly won't be as sweet as what we have in the US but it should be sufficient for this.

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

Yep. You can even use regular sewing thread if that's all you have. Just don't try to cut it with a knife because it'll end up a torn mess.

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

Yes, using vodka. Using only 2 Tbsp of vodka (25% alcohol) they were soft but still held their shape. Barely. Trying to roll them was a nightmare. The marshmallows don't react with the alcohol, it's the gelatin that you have to watch out for. Jello shots is one thing since you have a container to keep them in, these you don't so you need to retain nearly all of the gelling properties of the gelatin. Go ahead and try it for yourself using your own guestimeasurements and get yourself a spoon.

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

Glad you enjoyed!!

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

Kids definitely go bonkers over these!

[@DiZZ0sevensix]

I just tried it it's in the fridge right now thanks for the great idea I hope my kids will love it :)

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

To dissolve the Jello, yes. However thee is not enough residual heat in that to melt the marshmallows which is why you need to leave it on heat.

[@amandarenee1365]

I decided to try to follow these directions using sugar free jello and marshmallow fluff and it came out great. It doesnt stick as well but still rolled up fairly easily. I just did this three times. Even though the sugar free jello has less in it I still followed the same directions as on here. Heating up the marshmallow fluff does make it dissolve into the jello. The only other difference was that even though you do end up with the two layers seperated, the jello is cloudier. tastes great.

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

If you read the description, you would see the recipe called for one and a half cups. If you were watching the video, there is even an annotation stating that it was one and a half cups and that I misspoke. Forgive me for not being perfect.

[@kalvynalexander6775]

It's like five in the morning and I'm watching Jell-O pinwheels.. I think it's time for bed now..

[@Abusiv3Hamst3r]

I have to admit i would have never have thought of using mono-filament to cut rolls or pinwheels that's really cool

[@ldrobarts]

Cool! My kids love jello, this will no doubt be a new fav for them.

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

These are definitely a kids favorite!

[@tdwyer75]

Cutting with a plastic knife dipped in water and mostly wiped off worked really well for me when I cut them. Strawberry was delicious :) Thanks for the great recipe my daughter was amazed at the separation :)

[@BowlFullOfAri]

I've made this with many other flavors and it's so easy and so good. Ahh such a wonderful snack lol

[@enduchan1]

this is so gorgeous, it very incredible and easy to make, thank you for you sharing, I will try to make it for my child

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

Put some of the marshmallow on a Nilla wafer and then cover it in melted chocolate for a homemade peppermint sorta-Mallomar. Those would be worth giving a shot!

[@matthewadams1003]

i did it with green apple jolly rancher jello and because there was only one cup of water in it the flavor was SO strong,it was one of the best deserts i have ever tasted

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

More than anything, it's the orange flavor with the vanilla in the marshmallows that contributes to the baby aspirin taste. The first batch was made with Jell-O brand and it tasted the same. And yeah, you can make and store these in any container you wish.

[@Sotrinilicious]

This is a must try. Thanks for sharing.

[@manoman0]

I love how you clean out the glass bowl!!

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

Glad you enjoyed! I'm addicted to Jolly Rancher Watermelon jello after being told about it by someone in the comments of my watermelon cake video. LOVE the stuff!

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

You're very welcome.

[@GravityJMB]

I just made these, but with a slight twist. I used a 9x13 pan, and made two layers. Did the first layer in Cherry Lemonade, let it set, then did another layer of Lemon on top. Multicolored pinwheels!

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

Thanks so much!

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

You can replace up to half of the water with alcohol if desired. No more than half of the liquid volume or else it won't set up right.

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

Thanks!

[@305tabby]

I made these with raspberry jello and it was fun to make and super easy; thanks for this

[@mukwah1111]

These are adorable ! Great kids treats for a party. Thanks for sharing .

[@MunecaNMagic]

Thank you dor the great directions.

[@davidbessey6518]

They look really good and cool.

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

Yep.

[@prlatka]

I made these and they turned out amazing! Thank u so much!

[@mordaniela]

Looks gorgeous and easy! Thank you!

[@mrsninajabbour]

Stunning recipe ,what an excellent idea .thank you

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

Monofilament fishing line is what I used. You can use nylon or even just regular sewing thread.

[@hi-or8du]

Why not use a knife

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

You can although when I tried it, the jello liked to stick to the knife and it was difficult to cut without tearing it.

[@CartB0X]

just made this with portwine jelly, amazingly delicious!! thanks for the recipe!

[@valentinabs9442]

I also liked mosogourmet video but congratulations because I think that yours is explained in a better way so thanks for making this video!

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

The 3oz packages here are 85g which uses a total of 475ml water (half boiling and half cold). So you can use Dr Oetker just fine I would think.

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

For the recipe although since you call it jelly you probably aren't in the US so not sure how it will work out for the gelatin you have access to. Just make sure the gelatin is dissolved and then plop in the marshmallows and then microwave to soften them enough to melt into the gelatin. Just adding them to the hot gelatin is not enough to melt them all the way.

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

Sure did!

[@jebnajerp2673]

Thanks for sharing. This is good idea for Christmas and need to make with different flavor like red, green, and yellow to make it colorful Jello-O Pinwheels.

[@PinayJesska]

They look so cute!

[@S.B.433]

Love this idea!

[@MommyDee1223]

These look so fun!

[@LIQUIDON]

Turned out great, Thanks!

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

They look much more complicated than they are. Wishing it were summer here in the states! LOL!!

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

Thanks.

[@TheDisney93]

OMG FINALLY!!! Someone who actually scrapes all of it out of the bowl it makes me mad when all the other recipe channels leaves all that goodness in the bowl i thought i was the crazy one!!

[@AppleyApple1]

So cool! I'm gonna try these some time!

[@AussieAngeS]

Cool that looks awesome. What a great idea.

[@ChildrensBooks123]

Very cool, i love this idea, i think kids would love it.

[@fabianaveliz7576]

This recipe is really good. One tip is, it doesn't desperate like magic, the densities with the jell-o and marshmallow s force the two compounds to separate.

[@indang3r610]

your tip is "desperate", his two compounds separate. You really think any sort of cook doesn't know different liquids that separate by themselves cuz of their densities and his "magic" comment was a joke ?... dumb.

[@Zatteya]

thanks for nice recipe!

[@CookingWithTovia]

Looks great, I made these tonight with grape jello and turned out perfect.

[@NoiPhrak]

That's awesome! Thank you for sharing.

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

I'm glad someone else remembers that taste! It's not disgusting but it's not exactly something I want a dessert to taste like.

[@justbcause4880]

I just enjoy watching the cooking

[@takochama]

So cute and looks yummy too!!

[@jessgonzalezt9640]

I have to make this ! it is awesome!

[@amirnaderi4413]

I made it and it tastes amazing

[@123jonesie]

This is such a genius idea!!

[@mvang85]

Looks yummy. Imma try making it.

[@AndyHuangg]

Looks amazing.

[@NANICARRION1]

I can't believe how some people take something useful for kids entertainment like this,to criticize it and try to get there's stupid useless toad to bother someone who's actually doing something useful. I like it and will do it with my stepkids and thank's to this guy my babys will have something else to remember and who knows if in the future this will become something that will brings theme some good memorys.

[@pullipetunia]

Loved the cutting tecnique! The end result is super clean (:

[@MultiRaymondt]

Made the jelly mallows. Was fun and it worked.

[@b4woman]

The grandkids like them and they had fun making them too.. Thank you.

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

I never record the first time I make something. And I happened to have the orange Jello so I used it. Besides, my roommate loves these so I made them again. Should have done them in strawberry or lime. :-)

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

I thought so!

[@UltimateGrobanite]

These are so cool!

[@imomun2k]

Looks really good!!!

[@cutelittlethingzlovespolym3633]

I made the strawberry one and it wuz delictious thanks for the recipe! :D

[@YouActivities]

Great job ! My kids love this clip so they made it in Thai version. Thanks for good clip.

[@ShawnPlusOne]

That looks so good I am going to make the on the week end. I will post the results to you. Thanks for the video

[@marielamiasta3576]

Muchas gracias, me encanto su receta. un abrazo desde Perù.

[@SugarSkullSmile]

FINALLY!!!!!! Some one else that scrapes the bowl to get all of the product/ingredient out!!!

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

Strawberry is definitely better than orange, that's for sure! Glad you enjoyed!

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

I DO remember 1-2-3 Jell-O! There are copycat recipes online using jello and cool-whip but many say it only separates into 2 layers. Might have to try it out using dream-whip and see if I can get it to separate into 3 layers....

[@ReganCheer1715]

I made this with strawberry jello... Tasted great!!

[@yoanakostova173]

Hey!! This is soo cool!! :D: ) I was looking for this recipe for a very long time. Thanks for uploading :) !!!!

[@kayleemoralez]

I did them a while ago i used green apple turned out really well give it a try

[@katebennedict]

So cool!!!! I wish I could do that!!

[@lasagnabonYT]

I'm going to make these for Thanksgiving! This is so cool, and easy. I'm sure my neices and I would have fun making these! :)

[@claudianavarrete5110]

I just made a jello pinwheel this time mine was blue and it was delicious

[@abbiemay1995]

ive tried this it was sensational i loved it! amaz

[@karolynp.8017]

i made these with the strawberry and they are perfect! thank you so so much for sharing! :3

[@hiba54able]

this is the best idea EVER

[@timchaoskiller]

Cool cant wait to try this

[@kickthespike]

great idea. I'm going to try this with me nephews