Jell-o Foam

There's not a real title for this dessert, but my kids love it.  Remember in the 80's when Jell-o came out with the Jell-o layers.  It was so cool with a jello layer on the bottom and then a middle semi solid layer and then the foamy stuff on top.  Well I wanted my daughters to get the same experience, so I looked for a recipe online.  Kraft foods has a similar recipe called Jell-o 1 2 3 dessert.  I tried it out and it makes two layers.  The solid layer on the bottom and then the foamy layer on top.  My daughters really like the foamy layer the best and wanted a dessert that was just that.  So all I did was change one thing and voila all foam.  I love this recipe because it is quick to put together and it sets up in only 20 minutes.  Plus it only takes 2 ingredients (plus ice and water) and my daughters can make it by themselves.

Here are the Ingredients:
1 pkg (4-serving size) any flavor gelatin (I use the generic but it works with any kind even sugar free)
3/4 cup boiling water
ice cubes
1/2 cup cold water
1/2 cup frozen whipped topping (again I use the generic and I use 1/2 the container for the 1/2 cup)

Directions:
1.  Dissolve dry gelatin mix in boiling water in bowl.  Add enough ice cubes to cold water to measure      1-1/4 cups;  add to gelatin mixture.  Add to blender; cover and blend for 30 seconds.

2.  Add frozen whipped topping; cover.  Blend until smooth.

3.  Pour evenly into 4 or 5 dessert cups (I like tall ones for impact).  Refrigerate at least 20 minutes or until set.  Store leftover dessert in refrigerator.

Once the mixture is set, then top it with the leftover whipped topping and enjoy.  

As you can see from the picture, it separated a little.  That has never happened before.  I think I rushed this batch because I was trying to get it ready in time for dinner.  Also, last time I made it I put the dissolved gelatin in the blender and then added the cold water.  Not sure if that makes a difference.  I will try it that way next time I make it again.