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EAT YOUR JELLO DAY

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July 12, 2026

EAT YOUR JELL-O DAY

July 12 easily directs us what to do on Eat Your Jello Day! With plenty of flavors to choose from, you should have no problem finding one you like.

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Trademarked in 1897 by Pearle Wait of Leroy, New York, Jell-O is the novel and fun dessert loved by millions. Francis Woodward, who later purchased the recipe and trademark, eventually made Jell-O a household name. With 21 different flavors, Jell-O satisfies every taste and can be enjoyed in numerous combinations.

Jell-O's primary ingredient is gelatin. Gelatin consists of collagen, specifically animal collagen. It's a protein extracted from the connective tissues of cows and pigs. Once the protein is broken down and extracted, the collagen is dried and ground into a fine powder.

Jell-O has been the subject of many classroom art and science projects throughout the years. From the study of viscosity and laser beams to gelatin artwork, Jell-O inspires in and outside the kitchen.

Eat Your Jell-O Day specifically tells us to eat. So, whether it is molded, layered, or mixed with fruit, vegetables, or marshmallows, be sure to have some. It's delicious as a salad, dessert, or even a shot. Jell-O doesn't break the budget either, nor does it add too many calories. Where can you go wrong?

HOW TO OBSERVE EAT YOUR JELL-O DAY

Give Jell-O recipes a try. Use #EatYourJelloDay to post on social media.

Ever wondered what a pool full of Jell-O looks like? Watch this:

EAT YOUR JELL-O DAY HISTORY

We were unable to identify the creator of Eat Your Jello Day.