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Cherry Italian Ice

Cherry Italian Ice is a frosty, ruby-red treat with bold cherry flavor and a refreshing, sweet-tart finish. Made ahead in individual cups, it’s perfect for hot afternoons, parties, or a light dessert after a meal. The smooth, icy texture and nostalgic cherry punch make it a crowd-pleaser for all ages.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook5 mins
  • Serves24
  • DifficultyEasy
Cherry Italian Ice
  1. 1

    Add sugar, gelatin mix, and soft drink mix to a bowl; stir in boiling water until the sugar and mixes are dissolved.

  2. 2

    Stir in cold water to combine.

  3. 3

    Divide between 24 individual serving-sized paper cups; cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes.

  4. 4

    Freeze until hard, about 6 hours.

About This Recipe

Cherry Italian Ice is an Italian dessert recipe made with 4 ingredients. It takes about 15 mins, serves 24, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cherry Gelatin Mix, Sugar, Sugar Free Cherry Drink Mix, and Water. Each serving provides about 47.67 kcal.

Recipe Questions

What is Cherry Italian Ice?
It is an Italian recipe made with 4 ingredients, usually served for dessert or snack.
What is Cherry Italian Ice made of?
The main ingredients are Cherry Gelatin Mix, Sugar, Sugar-Free Cherry Drink Mix, Water. The full list of 4 is above.
What goes well with Cherry Italian Ice?
Explore these Italian side-dish recipes.
How long does it take to make Cherry Italian Ice?
About 15 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 5 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 47.67 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Cherry Italian Ice easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 4 ingredients and 4 steps.

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