I love being a blogger! I have met some really great people, learned a lot about myself and pushed myself in ways I never would’ve thought before. My favorite part about blogging is the creative release (and motivation) it gives me. My boys’ favorite part is all the treats, goodies and toys they get to help create and destroy/devour. They especially love when we get to make stuff for holidays. Because they are still young, my oldest will be 3 this year, they don’t yet realize that I am making things early and not on the actual holiday. I hope I don’t break their hearts in a few years when they realize Christmas, Valentine’s Day, 4th of July, aren’t month long holidays, only one day. Their smart I’m sure they’ll be figure it out, right?!
We’ve been making Valentine’s treats for a few weeks now (Check out my healthy Valentine’s here) and today’s treat has by far been their favorite. It was also the first time I let Rohrl help me make Jello. It is so much easier having someone else stir the Jello until it dissolves than doing it yourself! These sweet treats take little time to prepare but do take time to set up; so if you are making them for a party or get together I suggest making them a day or two ahead of time.
Valentine's Day Ombre Treat
Ingredients
- 2 boxes Strawberry or Raspberry Jello (3oz. boxes)
- 1 tub cool whip
- 2 cups greek yogurt
Instructions
- Open one box of Jello and prepare according to box directions.
- Pour Jello evenly and equally into cups.
- Let Jello sit in fridge for at least 3 hours or until fully set.
- Open second box of Jello and prepare according to box directions.
- Mix Jello liquid with Cool Whip and stir to combine. Pour on top of set up Jello in cups and refrigerate for another 3 hours or until Jello/Cool Whip mix is firm.
- Spoon 1/2 cup greek yogurt on top of each cup.
Notes
Do you see those cute straws I have in there? My friend Melissa from Twigs and Twirls makes them and they are my favorite! She’s a full-time mom and former microbiologist and sales professional. (how awesome is that?!) She’s also one of the sweetest people I’ve ever had the chance to meet. She creates affordable paper straws and tissue paper garland for every occasion (including her Frozen party collection) and in every design imaginable. And because she’s so awesome she’s giving Tastefully Frugal readers 10% off all orders! Just use code FRUGAL10. Follow her on Instagram and Facebook to check out her latest collections and keep your eyes out for a giveaway with Tastefully Frugal next month!
Looking for more Valentine’s Day treats, decor and inspiration? Check out my Valentine’s Day Pinterest Board!
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Melissa says
Yum! My kids would love these!
Sydney says
Thanks Melissa! My boys finished them in no time too!
Erin says
What a delicious Valentine’s treat! I bet my kids would absolutely love these!
Sydney says
Thank you Erin! I’m sure they would… My boys devoured theirs!
Kim @ The Baking ChocolaTess says
I love the ombre! Great jello dessert to impress everyone! 🙂 Thanks for sharing!
Sydney says
I am loving the ombre trend too! Thanks so much for visiting Kim!
christina says
Love this for my Valentine’s Day Party! Hello from Tuned in Thursday HOP!
Sydney says
Thanks so much Christina! They are perfect for parties!!
christy says
So pretty and I am sure the kids would love them!!!
Sydney says
Thanks Christy! And they definitely are a big hit with my boys!
Jen says
Pretty sure my girls would die of excitement if I made these. They look darling and I bet they’re tasty too!
Sydney says
Thank you Jen! Yeah my boys were pretty excited to eat them too. Next time I will make them before nap time or bed time so I don’t have them asking every 5 minutes “are they done yet” 🙂
Nicki Lewis says
These look so cute. Thanks for sharing on Tuned in Thursday. Look forward to reading more of your post.
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Sydney says
Thank you Nicki! And thank you for the tip too! 🙂
Kendra @ www.joyinourhome.com says
These are super pretty Sydney and I’m sure delicious! My husband and kids LOVE jello! I need to surprise them with these 🙂 Thanks for always sharing your yummy recipes at our party! Have a great rest of the week, friend!
Sydney says
Ah thank you Kendra! My family loves it too and they ate these up like there was no tomorrow! Love partying with you! It’s my favorite Thursday party.
Dee says
These are so pretty — I would almost hate to dig into them, but I know my kiddos wouldn’t mind! They’ve gotten used to the month-long celebrations too. 🙂
Sydney says
The joys of being a blogger right?! My boys didn’t mind at all making a quick mess out of these.
Emily @ Love, Pasta and a Tool Belt says
Yum! This looks so perfect for Valentine’s Day! Thank you for linking up at The Wednesday Round Up and we hope to see you back this week!
Sydney says
Thank you Emily! I wouldn’t miss it.. love your party!
Amy | Canary Street Crafts says
These are so cute, Sydney!! Love the straws too! Pinned and shared :).
Sydney says
Thank you so much Amy! The straws are my favorites!!
Bobbi says
Hello!! Just wanted to let you know I will be using this in a round up (posting soon) from the Teach Me Tuesday party! Very much appreciate you linking up with us 😉
Sydney says
Thank you so much Bobbi; and thank you for hosting and including this post in your round-up… there were so many good posts there! Hope you have a great week!
Amanda @ Dwelling in Happiness says
Yum! These look so delicious!! And, pretty. 🙂 Pinned!
Sydney says
Thanks Amanda!! I hope you have a great week!
Lou Lou Girls says
What a great post! Love it! Pinned and tweeted. We love to party with you, so I hope to see you tonight at 7 pm. That would be so awesome.
Happy Monday! Lou Lou Girls
Sydney says
Thanks so much ladies! I love to party with you all Monday nights!!
Angie says
Beautiful dessert and looks yummy too!! Thanks for sharing at Something To Talk About Link Party!
Sydney says
Thank you Angie!! And thank you for hosting… I have found my new favorite Monday party!
Bluwatergal says
These remind me of a treat I loved as a kid (Jello 123, anyone?) but I bet these are even better, and may have to make them tomorrow! So cute with the straws, which I totally need for my favorite beverages too! Thanks for sharing at our Something To Talk About link party 🙂 Bwg ~~~
Sydney says
Yes… just like Jello 123 only a little bit more time to make (and way better too 😉 ) I love the Twigs and Twirls straws! Thanks so much for hosting! I love all the fun projects that get linked up!!