How long does it take to make Jello set? Find out below.
Chart: Chilling times for preparing Jell-O gelatin molds
How long does it take to make jello? Chilling times for Jell-O chart
| STAGES | PHYSICAL TESTS | REGULAR SET METHOD | SPEED-SET METHOD | USES |
| Syrupy | Consistency of thick syrup. | 1 hour | 3 minutes | Glaze for sandwiches, pies, and such. |
| Slightly thickened | Consistency of unbeaten egg whites. | 1-1/4 hours | 5-6 minutes | For adding prepared Dream Whip Whipped Topping or whipped cream, or whipping gelatin with ice bath. |
| Very thick | Spoon drawn through gelatin leaves a definite impression. | 1-1/2 hours | 5-6 minutes | For adding fruit, vegetables, and other ingredients, or for whipping gelatin without ice bath. |
| Set, but not firm | Gelatin sticks to finger when touched and mounds or moves to side when tilted. | 2 hours | 30 minutes | For adding layers of gelatin. |
| Firm | Gelatin does not mound or move when mold is tilted and does not stick to finger. | 3 hours for individual molds; 4 hours for 2-6 cups; or 5 hours for 2-3 quart or deep molds. | 1 hour | For unmolding and serving. |
Gelatin speed-set method (with ice)
Substitute ice for cold water in preparing gelatin — dissolve gelatin in boiling water as directed, then add tray of ice cubes for 3 oz. package or a full tray for 6 oz. package.
Stir about 3 minutes to melt ice; remove any unmelted ice and pour into molds. 1 tray = 12 to 20 cubes.
More! Jello treats and dessert recipes from 1974
Ginger ale gives this Jell-o brand gelatin parfait extra zip
Substitute soda or juice for the cold water. Chill until the jello is set firm (about 3 hours).
Retro slanted jello in glasses recipe from 1956
The 10 Jello flavors from 1965
Flavors shown: Black raspberry, black cherry, lemon, strawberry, apple, grape, cherry, orange, lime & raspberry gelatin
