Jello Easter Eggs (Easy Egg Mold Recipe for Easter)

Jello eggs for Easter are one of those traditions that, once you start, you simply cannot stop. Every year, my kids looked forward to these as much as all the Easter candy. Jello eggs are colorful, jiggly, fun to make, and, honestly, irresistible. All you need is your favorite Jell-O flavors and a set of plastic egg molds, and you’ll have the most beautiful plate of jello Easter eggs you’ve ever seen.

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These fun and colorful Easter Eggs are easy to make, and before you know it, you’ll have a plate full of them. Not only can you make the traditional coloring hard-boiled eggs, but Jello eggs are also a fun addition to your Easter table and look so beautiful.

My family’s Easter Tradition of Jello

This jello egg recipe has been in my family for a long time. My Aunt Lois told me that her mother used to make them the old-fashioned way. My Great Grandmother would blow out real eggshells and fill them with Jell-O. We are very lucky today to have safe, easy plastic egg molds that do all that work for us! This is such a fun project to do with your kids in the days leading up to Easter.

Jell-O Easter eggs have been a tradition in our family for as long as I can remember. The year I spotted plastic egg molds at the grocery store, my girls were little, and we were all so excited. We have always been a Jell-O family. I couldn’t wait to tell my Aunt Lois what I had found. She laughed and told me that making Jell-O Easter eggs was something our family had been doing for generations.

Back in the 1920s and 30s, she and her sister Christene, my mother, didn’t have the luxury of plastic molds. Their mother would teach them to poke tiny holes in both ends of a raw egg and blow out the inside, which took quite a lot of effort! Those empty shells were then filled with Jell-O for Easter. It was their version of the same tradition we carry on today.

We are very lucky now to have safe, easy plastic molds that make the whole process a breeze. And I wouldn’t trade those memories of making these with my girls for anything.

(Note: please don’t try the real eggshell method at home — it’s not food-safe by today’s standards, but it sure makes a wonderful story!)

Why You’ll Love This Jello Easter Eggs Recipe

• So easy kids can help — mixing the Jell-O and pouring it into molds is the perfect job for little ones.
• Any color, any flavor — use regular or sugar-free Jell-O in every Easter color you love.
• Make ahead — these are made the night before and chilled overnight, so they’re ready and waiting on Easter morning.
• Stunning on the table — displayed on a bed of edible Easter grass, they look like something out of a magazine.
• Works as a dessert or a snack — light, fun, and a little unexpected. The kids will go absolutely wild for them.

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Ingredients for Jello Easter Eggs

• Jell-O: 2-4 small boxes (3 oz each) per color, or 2 sugar-free .3 oz boxes per color. Pick your favorite Easter colors — red, blue, green, purple, and orange all look beautiful together.
• Boiling water — 1½ cups per batch of color. Getting this fully boiling before adding the Jell-O is important for the eggs to set up correctly and hold their shape.
• Cooking spray — spray the molds generously before filling to help the eggs release cleanly without breaking.

For edible Easter grass presentation (optional but highly recommended!):

• Sweetened shredded coconut
• Green food coloring
• Water

Equipment You’ll Need

• Plastic Egg Molds: check Amazon, eBay, or your local craft store. There are many fun styles available. Can’t find them? My friend at Squirrels of a Feather has a great post on how to make DIY jello egg molds at home.
• 4 Cup Large Pyrex Measuring Cup: This is the best tool for mixing and pouring the liquid Jell-O cleanly into the molds. The pour spout makes a huge difference.
• Toothpicks: for loosening the eggs from the molds without breaking them.
• Coconut
• Food Coloring
• Cooking spray
• Glass straw or long glass rod — optional, but helpful for guiding the Jell-O into the mold opening without spilling.

Keep in mind as with many of the edible holiday crafts, if you want to have these around for Easter morning, you may have to hide them in the refrigerator.

How To Make Jello Easter Eggs Step by Step

• Step 1 Mix the Jello: Bring 1½ cups of water to a full rolling boil. Pour the boiling water into your 4-cup Pyrex measuring cup, then add 2 boxes of Jell-O. Stir for at least 2 minutes until the Jell-O is completely dissolved.
  • Pro tip: Do not rush this step. The Jell-O needs to be fully dissolved or the eggs will not hold together cleanly when you unmold them. Take the full 2 minutes and stir well.
  • The Pyrex measuring cup is the best tool here — its pour spout makes filling the molds much easier and less messy.
• Step 2 Prep and Fill the Molds: Generously spray the inside of your plastic egg molds with cooking spray, then close and seal them tightly. Double-check the seal before you pour — if the mold isn’t fully closed, the Jell-O will leak out.
  • Slowly pour the liquid Jell-O into the opening at the top of each mold. If you have a long glass straw or rod, place it in the opening and pour the Jell-O over it so it slides in smoothly without splashing.
  • Pro tip: Work quickly — the Jell-O starts to cool and thicken as it sits. Have your molds sprayed, sealed, and ready to fill before you mix.
• Step 3 Refrigerate Overnight: Place the filled molds in the refrigerator and let them chill overnight. The Jell-O needs a full night to set up firm enough to unmold cleanly. Don’t try to rush this with the freezer — the texture won’t be right.
  • Pro tip: Make your jello Easter eggs the evening before Easter so they’re perfectly set and ready to display in the morning.
• Step 4 Unmold Your Jello Easter Eggs: This is the step that requires a little patience — but it’s so worth it when those beautiful, colorful eggs pop out whole. Run a toothpick gently around the inside edge of the mold to loosen the Jell-O. Then ease a knife slowly around the seal line and carefully open the mold. Use the toothpick again to loosen any spots that are still sticking.
  • Pro tip: Go slow and be gentle. If one breaks, that just means someone gets to taste-test it right then and there — remind the kids that’s not the worst thing that could happen!
• Step 5 Display and Serve: Arrange your jello Easter eggs on a platter, in a large bowl, or in individual wine glasses for a fancy touch. For the most beautiful presentation, serve them on a bed of edible Easter grass made from tinted coconut. The bright colors of the Jell-O eggs against the green grass are absolutely stunning — and it makes the whole Easter table feel special.
  • Pro tip: hide until Easter 😉

How To Make a Beautiful Edible Easter Grass Presentation

I always display my jello Easter eggs on a bed of edible Easter grass — it’s the finishing touch that makes everything look like it belongs in a magazine. To make the grass, just tint sweetened shredded coconut with green food coloring and a tiny splash of water, then let it air dry. Check out my full tutorial here: How To Make Edible Easter Grass.

Jello Easter Eggs Variations

• Sugar-free version, swap regular Jell-O for sugar-free .3 oz boxes using the same ratios. They set up just as beautifully.
• Creamy Jell-O eggs: Add a small amount of sweetened condensed milk or cream cheese to the warm Jell-O mixture before pouring for a richer, creamier texture.
• Rainbow eggs make multiple colors and arrange them together for a full rainbow effect on your serving platter.
• Layered eggs partially fill the molds with one color, let them set for an hour, then top with a second color for beautiful two-tone eggs.

Storing Jello Easter Eggs

Keep your Jell-O Easter eggs refrigerated until serving time. They’ll keep well in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, so you can make them several days ahead of Easter if needed. Store them in an airtight container or covered plate to prevent them from drying out or picking up refrigerator odors.

Heads up: These are so popular they tend to disappear fast — you may want to make a double batch! Hide them in the back of the fridge if you want them to actually make it to Easter dinner. 🐣

Frequently Asked Questions About Jello Easter Eggs

More Easter Recipes to Try

• How To Make Edible Easter Grass — the perfect bed for your jello Easter eggs!
• Pineapple Upside Down Cake Recipe
• Irresistible Classic Scalloped Potatoes Recipe
• Easter Chocolate Bunny Candy Kids Craft
• Classic Party Deviled Eggs

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