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Whipped Jello: Mandarin Orange Mousse

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As simple as they are delicious, a whipped jello dessert is always sure to be an easy crowd-pleaser. This Mandarin Orange Mousse is no exception! Combining citrus flavor with a creamy texture, it’s reminiscent of a classic orange creamsicle.

This crowd-pleasing Whipped Jello Mandarin Orange Mousse has a delightfully creamy texture, and it's easy enough for anyone to make.


I have a special love for easy desserts. Some of the easiest of all are those whipped cream jello recipes that have been around for years. Serving them in pretty dishes and adding a colorful garnish makes this simple treat fancy enough to serve on special occasions. Great for birthdays, holidays and even your anniversary. These are wonderful for when you have company or just a special sweet treat for the family.

Whenever my kids open the refrigerator and see desserts in little dishes, especially those with a colorful garnish, they immediately want one! Who wouldn’t? Now while this dessert is definitely a winner, this one is still my all time favorite

Whipped Jello Mandarin Orange Mousse

This Whipped Jello Mandarin Orange Mousse brings together the classic flavors of an orange creamsicle.

The secret to this orange delight is timing. Before you add the whipped cream, you will want to chill the gelatin for a bit.  Allowing the Jell-O to partially set will keep it from settling to the bottom as it does in double layer jello desserts, like this Creamy Raspberry Jell-O Parfait, which has a visual appeal all of its own.

This Whipped Jello Mandarin Orange Mousse features the classic flavors of an orange creamsicle.

This recipe can be made with either real whipped cream or if you prefer, Cool Whip.  If you’re really short on time, a Cool Whip jello dessert is an easy shortcut!  Either way, the whole family will love these personal-sized sweet treats.

This crowd-pleasing Whipped Jello Mandarin Orange Mousse has the flavors of an orange creamsicle.

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For this Whipped Jello dessert you will need:

  • 1 large box orange sugar free Jell-O (8 servings)
  • 1 cup whipping cream (can substitute 1 8-oz container Cool Whip)
  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (omit if using Cool Whip)
  • 6-ounce can mandarin oranges in juice, drained, juice reserved
  • Water and ice

Tools you will need:

Note: I used my KitchenAid mixer for this recipe, but a handheld mixer will do the job nicely too!

This crowd-pleasing Whipped Jello Mandarin Orange Mousse has the flavors of an orange creamsicle.

The full recipe can be printed below. If you try this Whipped Jello Mandarin Orange Mousse, please let me know what you think!

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Serves: 8

Whipped Jello Mandarin Orange Mousse

As simple they are delicious, a whipped jello dessert is always sure to be an easy crowd-pleaser. This Mandarin orange mousse is no exception!

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10 minCook Time

1 hr, 10 Total Time

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Ingredients

  • 1 large box orange sugar free Jell-O (8 servings)
  • 1 cup whipping cream (can substitute 1 8-oz container Cool Whip)
  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (omit if using Cool Whip)
  • 6-ounce can mandarin oranges in juice, drained, juice reserved
  • Water and ice

Instructions

  1. Place reserved mandarin orange juice in a 2-cup measuring cup. Add water to fill to the 2-cup line. Heat water/juice to boiling. Remove from heat and stir in gelatin powder, stirring until dissolved. Move mixture to a large measuring cup or bowl.
  2. Add one cup of ice to a 2-cup measuring cup. Add water to the ice to bring the level to the 2-cup mark. Pour ice/water into the gelatin mixture and stir until ice has melted.
  3. Place gelatin in the refrigerator until the mixture is partially gelled. It should be firm enough that it won’t spill out of the container, but will not hold its shape well when lifted with a spoon.
  4. Meanwhile, combine whipping cream and powdered sugar in a mixer with a whisk attachment. Beat on medium-high until firm peaks form. Store covered in refrigerator until ready to use.
  5. Use an electric mixer to break up the gelatin mixture until mixture is very loose and no longer holding its shape. Add HALF of the whipped cream and most of the mandarin oranges (reserve about 8 nice ones for garnish) and beat just enough to blend everything together.
  6. Pour into eight dessert dishes and chill until firm.
  7. Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream and a mandarin orange.

Notes

Tip: Place mandarin oranges that are reserved for garnish onto a paper towel to soak up extra juice that may cause them to slip off your whipped cream topping.

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This crowd-pleasing Whipped Jello Mandarin Orange Mousse has a delightfully creamy texture, and it's easy enough for anyone to make.
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    • Hi larry! Please refer to the instructions in the printable version to make sure you have the measurement correct. Also this recipe uses the larger box of gelatin, not the small one. Place reserved mandarin orange juice in a 2-cup measuring cup. Add water to fill to the 2-cup line. Heat water/juice to boiling. Remove from heat and stir in gelatin powder, stirring until dissolved. Move mixture to a large measuring cup or bowl. Add one cup of ice to a 2-cup measuring cup. Add water to the ice to bring the level to the 2-cup mark. Pour ice/water into the gelatin mixture and stir until ice has melted.
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  2. I made this last week I didnot have the oranges but so good even without them. I did it into small or shot sized and shared with our neighbors ..this week had the oranges we alll thought was verry good both ways took us back to thinking bout the ice cream trucks cream cickles that we loved ,. Can't wait to make this for my sister when she comes back. Enjoyed looking for you in the Villages at craft show and rely enjoy the button trees I now paint
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  3. I haven't made this for years! The last time was probably in the late 70's, and I used Dream Whip which was powdered and came in packets. Thanks.
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  4. Thank you for this wonderful recipe! I've been making it with the sugar-free Jello and Cool Whip Lite and my husband and I love it. We're both trying to lose a few pounds and we're thankful to find something this delicious to satisfy our craving for sweets. The Mandarin oranges blend beautifully with the orange Jello...the recipe is a keeper!
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