Jello Roll Ups with Marshmallow

Jello Roll Ups are a fun and easy finger food snack for kids and adults. Jello pinwheels are a jello with marshmallows, that is rolled up, waiting for you to enjoy.

This is a jello for kids recipe to pack in their school lunches, after school snack or treat. A homemade fruit roll up with jello!

This jello roll up recipe is so simple, you need 3 ingredients to make these roll ups. Our son went nuts for this DIY jello snack. And he had a blast helping.

We also make the jello in microwave, for a fast and quick recipe. The hardest part is waiting for the jello to set up.

Why you will love these Jello Roll Ups…

• Easy to make
• 3 ingredients
• No-bake dessert
• No mess snacking
• Like a Jello Jiggler with a Twist
• Can use any flavor of Jello

Ingredients Needed

• Jello
• Marshmallows
• Water

Feel free to use any flavor or flavors of Jello!

How to Make

Step 1: Start by heating up your water in a microwave safe container.

Step 2: Once the water is hot, pour the packet of Jello into the water. Stir until the Jello mixture is dissolved.

Step 3: Next you will add in your marshmallow, and then heat again to melt up the marshmallows. Stir until fully melted.

Step 4: Pour into a greased pan, pour the mixture in. Cover and place in the fridge and let it set up.

Step 5: Once the Jello is set, slice, and roll up, to make Jello roll ups.

Storage

These roll ups made with JELLO need to be stored in the refrigerator. We kept them in a glass container for 4-5 days.

This is a great dessert for after school, after dinner snack, or pack in your child’s school lunch.

Expert Tips

• Make sure to stir the mixture until the Jello is dissolved before you add in the marshmallows.
• 1 cup to 1 1/2 cups can be used in mini marshmallows. It depends on how much you want with your Jello.
• Heat up the marshmallows in intervals stirring until the marshmallows are fully melted.
• Slice your jello rolls as big or as small as you would like. Then roll up. They will unravel a bit, but you can put a toothpick in to hold them in place.

Practical notes

How to keep Jello from sticking?

The first thing you need to do is lightly grease your pan before you pour the Jello mixture into the pan. If you don’t lightly grease first, your Jello will stick into the mold or pan.

What is the best container to make jello in?

Glass containers are best when you are trying to set up the gelatin. The glass is a firm mold, helps with not sticking, and won’t have to worry about odors soaking into the jello like you would plastic.

Will Jello set at room temperature?

Jello will set up at room temperature. You will find it is best to place it in the fridge for a firmer setup.

Does freezing jello ruin it?

Jello can be frozen, to help speed up the setting up process. But, the risk is if you freeze it for too long, it can affect the texture of the jello.

Want More Jello Recipes

Here are a few more things to make with jello you might want to try out!

• Rainbow Jello Poke Cake
• Strawberry Jello Pie
• Pretzel Gelatin

Ingredients

Makes 4 -5 roll ups

• 1 box of Jello, 3 ounces
• 1/2 cup water + 3 tablespoons
• 1 cup mini marshmallows

Method

1. Heat up your 1/2 cup water for 1-2 minutes in the microwave.
2. Add in your Jello packet and stir well. Once dissolved, add in 3 tablespoons cold water.
3. Stir again, and then add in the mini marshmallows, and heat in the microwave for 20-30 second intervals. Stir until the marshmallows are fully melted.
4. When melted pour into a greased 8×8 pan, and cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until the jello is set.
5. For the jello roll ups, you will slice into strips, then roll the set up jello.

Kitchen notes

We made 2 boxes, but you can make as many boxes as you would like. Any flavor of Jello will work in this recipe. You can add up to 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows to the box of Jello. It will just be a thicker layer of marshmallow. Make sure to stir until the Jello is dissolved, before adding in the marshmallows.