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    Home » Recipes » No Bake Desserts

    JELL-O Marshmallow Candy (Pinwheels)

    Published: Dec 2, 2017 · Modified: Sep 4, 2020 by Abeer Rizvi · This post may contain affiliate links · 58 Comments

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    Easy JELL-O marshmallow candy or JELL-O pinwheels, made in 1 hour with 4 basic ingredients. This is a simple no bake dessert or snack for kids parties.

    *This post is sponsored by JELL-O gelatin so I can share this JELL-O marshmallow candy recipe with all of you but the content and opinions expressed here are my own.*

    I must have been 10 when my mom and I first made this JELL-O marshmallow candy during a long weekend.

    I still remember we made red ones and had a blast!

    It's an AWESOME cross between a marshmallow and gelatin.

    They are soft and jiggly like gelatin but not as chalky as marshmallows.

    You really need to make them to understand what I am describing...hehe.

    White Dish Full of Jello Marshmallow Candy.

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    Typically, I have seen 1 flavor/color being used but my son and I were making them over the Thanksgiving holidays and we used 2 flavors/colors together and cut them into cubes.

    We also made some JELL-O pinwheels with 1 flavor and 2 flavors together.

    The results were INCREDIBLE and both of us enjoyed the 2 flavors bursting in our mouths...hehe.

    Orange and Green Jello Marshmallow Pinwheels on Wood Background.

    There are so many GREAT things about this JELL-O marshmallow candy:

    • You can make them in a variety of colors (There are so many colors of JELL-O gelatin to choose from).
    • You can make them in a variety of flavors (There are so many flavors of JELL-O gelatin to choose from).
    • They are easy to make (Only 4 basic ingredients!).
    • They are fun to make  (Kids LOVE to make them!).
    • There is no baking and no stovetop cooking.

    Stack of Jello Marshmallow Candy on Wood Background.

    Here are some TIPS for making JELL-O marshmallow candy pinwheels:

    • Make sure to OIL the pan before pouring the mixture so that it doesn't stick to the pan.
    • Use a NEW bag of marshmallows because the older stale ones don't melt easily.
    • Make sure to whisk the mixture together very well to get rid of all marshmallow lumps or else the lumpy marshmallows with rise to the top and you will end up with 2 layers when the mixture sets in the fridge.
    • When you flip over the set marshmallow mixture onto your table or cookie tray, make sure to line it with foil paper and spray it with oil. DON'T use parchment paper or wax paper since that will make a sticky mess.
    • Use a sharp knife to LOOSEN the edges before you turn over the set mixture onto your table.
    • Roll these marshmallow cubes in granulated sugar or sparkling sugar or some small white sprinkles to make them sparkly and fun.
    • If you are making pinwheels, those can unroll easily and to avoid that, you can push a toothpick on the ends OR even stick a lollipop stick, which makes it great for serving at birthday parties.
    • Use a 10x10 pan, ONLY if you are making 2 flavored pinwheels or else they will be too thick and hard to roll into a proper shape.
    • If you are using 2 JELL-O gelatin flavors, make sure they compliment each other well.
    • Also, if you are using 2 JELL-O gelatin flavors, you must let the first layer set before adding the second layer, in order to prevent the two mixtures from mixing with each other.

    Easy Pink and Yellow Jello Marshmallow Candy on White Dish.

    How to make JELL-O marshmallow candy cubes or marshmallow pinwheels?

    Start off by mixing together JELL-O granules and water together. Heat in the microwave, while occasionally whisking, until the granules are fully dissolved. Add marshmallows and heat again. Whisk everything until smooth. Pour into an oiled pan and chill until it sets. Run a knife around the edges to loosen it. Cut cubes and roll them in a bowl of sugar or sprinkles. You can also cut strips and roll them into pinwheels.  Enjoy!

    Well, that's all for today.

    There is a printable recipe below and these step-by-step pictures should be helpful too.

    Collage Image With Step by Step Process Shots on How to Make Jello Marshmallow Candy.

    Recipe

    Jello Marshmallow Candy Recipe-Quick and Easy Dessert or Snack

    JELL-O Marshmallow Candy

    Abeer Rizvi
    Easy JELL-O marshmallow candy or JELL-O pinwheels, made in 1 hour with 4 basic ingredients. This is a simple no bake dessert or snack for kids parties.
    4.63 from 8 ratings
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Chill time 50 minutes mins
    Total Time 1 hour hr
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 20 Cubes
    Calories 53 kcal

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    Ingredients
      

    • 3 oz Jell-O Whatever flavor you like: Orange, Cherry, Raspberry, Lemon, Lime gelatin e.t.c
    • ½ cup Water Warm
    • 1 ½ cups Marshmallows Mini
    • ½ cup Sugar Granulated or Sanding

    Instructions
     

    • In a large microwave-safe bowl, add JELL-O gelatin and water and whisk everything together. 
    • Microwave for 1-2 minutes until gelatin is fully dissolved. Be sure to stop halfway to whisk everything together. 
    • Add marshmallows and microwave for 1-2 minutes or until they are slightly melted and "poofy."
    • Whisk mixture together until smooth with no lumps. 
    • Pour mixture in a lightly oiled square pan (Dimensions: 9x9). 
    • Chill in the fridge for about 50 minutes. 
    • If you are adding a second layer of JELL-O mixture, follow steps 1-4 again and add the same amount of ingredients again and pour that mixture on top of this set layer. Chill for another 50 minutes. 
    • Once this marshmallow mixture has set, run a sharp knife around the edges. 
    • Then, flip it onto a cookie tray, lined with foil paper that's been sprayed with oil. 
    • Use a sharp knife to cut cubes. It helps to spray some oil on the knife blade to prevent it from sticking to the cubes and making a mess. 
    • Roll them in a bowl of sugar or sprinkles until fully coated and arrange them on a serving dish. 
    • If you are making rolls, cut 1 inch strips instead of cubes and roll them from one end to the other end and push a lollipop stick to hold the shape.  Sprinkle some sugar and enjoy!

    Notes

    • Read all my tips above.
    • If you are using a 9x9 pan, you should get about 18-20 cubes or 18 pinwheels. 
    • Must be stored in the fridge and it's good for up to 2 days. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 53kcalCarbohydrates: 13gSodium: 24mgSugar: 11g

    An automated tool is used to calculate the nutritional information. As such, I cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information provided for any recipe on this site.

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    Until next time, tata my lovelies!

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    Comments

    1. Felecia

      December 17, 2017 at 7:29 pm

      Can this sit outside of the fridge?

      Reply
      • Abeer Rizvi

        December 18, 2017 at 1:27 pm

        I had it out for about 6-7 hours and it was fine but I haven't kept it out for longer than that.

        Reply
    2. Angelina W.

      December 18, 2017 at 9:24 am

      Can you freeze them without them becoming gross?

      Reply
      • Abeer Rizvi

        December 18, 2017 at 1:25 pm

        I have never tried freezing these. So, I have no idea how that would affect the texture. Sorry!

        Reply
    3. Dejuan luckett

      December 19, 2017 at 7:48 pm

      Thanks for this fantastic idea cause my baby boys love it

      Reply
      • Abeer Rizvi

        December 20, 2017 at 12:30 pm

        Yay! I am happy to hear that.

        Reply
    4. Jenna Zampieri

      December 19, 2017 at 9:39 pm

      What about using fluff instead of marshmallows?

      Reply
      • Abeer Rizvi

        December 20, 2017 at 12:30 pm

        I have not tried that and don't know how that would affect this recipe. Sorry!

        Reply
    5. Kelli

      December 22, 2017 at 8:30 am

      Have you tried putting booze in them like jello shots? If so how would that change the recipe?

      Reply
      • Abeer Rizvi

        December 23, 2017 at 11:37 pm

        I haven't tried it but someone said you can replace water with vodka in this recipe.

        Reply
    6. Christi

      December 22, 2017 at 8:31 am

      You could mix some citric acid in with your dusting sugar to make them sour. For several years I add s pack of jello to rice krispy treat goo and then sprinkle the top with acid/sugar- use way more sugar than acid. Make sure you mark the container or you’ll give someone a bad surprise...

      Reply
      • Abeer Rizvi

        December 23, 2017 at 11:39 pm

        Oh what a fun idea!

        Reply
    7. Lori

      December 22, 2017 at 4:18 pm

      Love this! Thank you......I made a two flavor recipe---lime and raspberry for a last mimute Christmas party. Everyone loved them!5 stars

      Reply
      • Abeer Rizvi

        December 22, 2017 at 8:08 pm

        Yay! Delicious flavor combo! Happy holidays!

        Reply
    8. Erin

      December 23, 2017 at 10:14 am

      Why are they only good for 2 days?

      Reply
      • Abeer Rizvi

        December 23, 2017 at 11:42 pm

        I have only tested it for 2-3 days and that's why I wrote that. With the amount of sugar that's in there, I am guessing it would be good for much longer but I am not sure exactly how much longer....

        Reply
    9. Amy

      January 05, 2018 at 6:34 pm

      I made this today but I had a thin layer of jello that separated from my marshmallow layer. It settled underneath the marshmallow layer. It looked neat but any idea why that might have happened?

      Reply
      • Abeer Rizvi

        January 05, 2018 at 9:15 pm

        Some people love that layer but I personally don't like it. That happens when the marshmallows were not completely dissolved and that's they floated to the top and made that layer.

        Reply
      • Donna A.

        March 24, 2018 at 11:25 am

        Use mini marshmallows . They melt better

        Reply
    10. Donna A.

      March 24, 2018 at 11:23 am

      I made these for church dinner last Sunday and quiet a few of our kids ask me to show their mom's how to make them . I said NO but I would show them how to make them for their mother's. So tonight at my house I have 14 kids ages 8-14 coming to my house to make Sunday desert for their family. they are bring their own mini marshmallows and 8×8 glass dishes .we're watching a movie too to give Mom some free time. And give it time to set up .pray for me please5 stars

      Reply
      • Abeer Rizvi

        March 25, 2018 at 1:48 pm

        Awwwww! That's so sweet and I am sure it would be so much fun!

        Reply
    11. Nwabuike Ifybest

      May 26, 2018 at 8:29 am

      I am messaging from Nigeria. How can I get all this ingredients like jell-o and marshmallows, and what if I don't have fridge to store it? How can I keep it for more than two days. thanks

      Reply
      • Abeer Rizvi

        May 28, 2018 at 10:14 pm

        I get those ingredients from my local grocery store. They are easily available and very cheap. As for storing them, I would highly recommend storing in the fridge to keep them from going bad/ or sticky in the heat.

        Reply
    12. Karen

      September 17, 2018 at 2:36 pm

      Can I do the melting over a stove top? 

      Reply
      • Abeer Rizvi

        September 18, 2018 at 2:05 pm

        Yes, I don't think that should be a problem.

        Reply
    13. Latoya

      May 22, 2019 at 4:57 pm

      Sweet.. Adding to bookmarks.. For my next candy making adventure

      Reply
      • Abeer Rizvi

        May 23, 2019 at 12:03 am

        Enjoy!

        Reply
    14. Lizet Bowen

      November 17, 2019 at 2:13 pm

      Such an easy dessert to make with kids! We will make it again. 5 stars

      Reply
      • Abeer Rizvi

        November 17, 2019 at 2:59 pm

        Awww... thanks! My kiddo and I make it every holiday season too.

        Reply
    15. Joi

      January 29, 2023 at 11:05 am

      Could you pour the mixture into silicone molds?

      Reply
      • Abeer Rizvi

        February 02, 2023 at 10:19 am

        I haven't tried it to know what would happen. If you give it a shot, I would love to hear how it goes.

        Reply
      • Em

        April 17, 2023 at 10:38 am

        I have made them as roll ups, then I made it with a unicorn mold for my neice's birthday.
        It looked cute with the jello and layer of marshmallow.
        The unicorn mold I used for that had an attached lid, which did make it easier to transport & protect the jello, but I realized that it sets better in the fridge *uncovered*, or it might have condensation from the initial heat before it cools, but ultimately it still turned out well, the kids were impressed.
        Most silicone molds don't have a lid though, so it will probably work well, but just a heads-up.4 stars

        Reply
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