Name: Jello Candy Melts Recipe
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 50 Servings
Cuisine: American

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January 22, 2026

These Jello candy melts are creamy, colorful, and surprisingly easy to make with just a few simple ingredients. You can switch up the flavors and colors for any holiday or party, which makes them one of those recipes you’ll use over and over. They’re perfect for candy trays, gift boxes, or anytime you want something fun without turning on the oven.

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Jello Candy Melts Recipe

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Ingredients

WarningMilk and 1 other allergen identified

Instructions

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Instructions

Add the cream cheese to a large bowl.

Gradually add the powdered sugar until combined.

If the mixture is still sticky, add more powdered sugar until it it no longer sticky (slightly sticky is okay) and you can form some of it into a ball.

Divide the mixture into two bowls.

Add the cherry Jello powder to one bowl and the lime into the other bowl.

Mix each until completely combined and no white streaks show.

Clean off the beaters before mixing the other color so you don't mix colors.

Line a tray with parchment paper.

Roll into ½ inch balls and slightly flatten out using your thumb and then dip each side in the granulated sugar.

Place on the parchment paper and repeat until you have none left.

Refrigerate until you are are ready to eat.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Jello Color Magic 🌈
Choose complementary Jello flavors that create visually stunning color combinations, like cherry and lime for a vibrant contrast.
Cream Cheese Smoothness 🧈
Allow cream cheese to soften at room temperature for 30 minutes before mixing to ensure a completely smooth, lump-free texture.
Powdered Sugar Sifting Technique 🍬
Always sift powdered sugar before adding to prevent clumping and create a more uniform, silky consistency in your candy melts.
Molding Master Trick 🧊
Use silicone molds or mini cupcake liners for perfectly shaped and easily removable candy melts with clean, professional edges.
Flavor Intensity Hack 🌟
For more pronounced Jello flavor, use slightly less cream cheese and add an extra tablespoon of Jello mix to boost the taste profile.