Summer Berry Jello Lasagna: A No-Bake Red, White, and Blue Dessert

By:

Camille Hayes

Published:

October 2, 2026

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No Bake Dessert Lasagna with fresh Strawberries and Blueberries

Summer Berry Jello Lasagna is a no bake dessert that looks like a celebration and tastes light and refreshing at the same time.

Red, white and blue colors run through every layer, which makes it a natural fit for the 4th of July, Memorial Day, Labor Day, or any gathering where you want a dessert that stands out on the table.

The layers are what make this dessert so fun to serve. A Golden Oreo crust is speckled with red, white and blue sprinkles. On top of that sits a light blue blueberry cheesecake layer, followed by a bright red strawberry jello layer. The whole thing is finished with whipped cream and a scatter of sprinkles or fresh fruit.

Dessert lasagna recipes are always no bake, and this one follows the same easy pattern. There is very little active kitchen time, which means you can feed a crowd without turning on the oven or heating up the kitchen. That is a big deal in the middle of summer, when you would rather be outside than standing over a stove.

Summer Berry Jello Lasagna, No Bake Dessert Lasagna with fresh Strawberries and Blueberries

There is one catch, and it is worth planning around. This dessert needs a long chill. It takes at least 4 to 5 hours to set completely before serving, and an overnight chill in the fridge gives the best results. If you try to rush it, the layers will not be firm enough to slice cleanly.

Plan ahead: making this lasagna a day ahead lets it set entirely overnight, which frees your hands for the rest of your party prep.

Because the chilling does the work for you, this is a great make ahead dessert. You can build it in the morning, or the day before, and simply add the whipped cream topping right before serving. It also slices neatly into squares, so it works well for a potluck, a cookout, or a holiday table where everyone serves themselves.

The patriotic colors are the reason this dessert shows up on so many summer tables. Each layer keeps its own color, so the red, white and blue stripes stay visible once you cut into the pan. A clear glass dish makes the effect even easier to see.

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1. No Bake Dessert Lasagna with fresh Strawberries and Blueberries
2. How to Make Fresh Berry Jello Lasagna
3. Ingredients
4. Instructions
5. Recipe details
6. FAQs
7. Summer Berry Jello Lasagna

How to Make Fresh Berry Jello Lasagna

Making this dessert is really a matter of building layers and letting the fridge do the rest. The only heat involved is the boiling water used to dissolve the gelatin, so there is no cooking and no oven time at all.

Work through the crust first, then the blueberry cheesecake layer, then the strawberry jello layer, and finish with the topping just before you serve. Set out your heat proof bowls and your food processor before you start, and the whole process moves quickly.

Start with the Golden Oreo crust. Grind whole Oreo cookies, filling and all, in a food processor until you have fine crumbs. Add about 2 to 3 Tablespoons each of red, white and blue sprinkles and stir with a fork.

Pour in the melted butter and stir until the crumbs are evenly moistened. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 13 x 9 inch dish and chill it so it firms up while you make the next layer.

Setting it in the freezer is the quickest way to get there.

Build the blueberry cheesecake layer. Dissolve 6 oz. of berry blue gelatin in 2/3 cup boiling water, stirring until it is fully dissolved, then set it aside to cool.

In a food processor, pulse 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries with 1/2 cup Greek yogurt until combined, then add that mixture to the room temperature gelatin.

In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth and creamy, fold in 1 1/2 cups whipped cream, then mix in the gelatin and yogurt mixture.

Summer Berry Jello Lasagna, How to Make Fresh Berry Jello Lasagna

Pour this over the chilled crust and refrigerate or freeze it until firm.

The berry blue gelatin is what gives this layer its light blue color. The blueberry and yogurt blend on its own leans purple, and once it is stirred into the cream cheese mixture and the gelatin, the color settles into that soft blue that makes the red, white and blue stripes work.

Add the strawberry jello layer. Slice firm strawberries thinly and set them aside. This small step matters: soft strawberries turn mushy, and they also shorten how long the lasagna keeps well in the fridge.

Dissolve 6 oz. strawberry gelatin in 1 1/4 cups boiling water, add 3/4 cup iced water, and stir well. Let the mixture sit until it is completely cooled, then arrange the strawberries over the firmed blueberry layer and pour the room temperature jello over the top.

Chill, then finish. Refrigerate the dish until it is set completely, at least 4 hours and preferably overnight. Right before serving, cover the top with whipped cream and garnish with sprinkles, stars confetti, or fresh fruit. Cut it into squares and serve it cold.

If you are serving a smaller group, the recipe still works in the same pan, and the leftovers keep well for a few days.

If you enjoy this style of layered dessert, this Strawberry Jello Lasagna is another one to try when you want the same creamy, fruity contrast without turning on the oven.

Ingredients

This recipe is built in four parts, and each part has its own short list. Keep them separate as you shop and as you mix, because the order of the layers matters.

Golden Oreo Crust

36 Golden Oreo cookies, filling included
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 Tablespoons red sprinkles, optional
2 Tablespoons white sprinkles, optional
2 Tablespoons blue sprinkles, optional

Blueberry Cheesecake Layer

6 oz. sweetened berry blue gelatin
2/3 cup boiling water
1/2 cup cold Greek yogurt
1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
8 oz. cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 3/4 cups whipped cream, Cool Whip or homemade

Strawberry Jello Layer

6 oz. Strawberry Jello
1 1/4 cups boiling water
3/4 cup iced water
4 cups sliced strawberries, firm ones work best

Topping

2 cups whipped cream, Cool Whip or homemade
Red, white and blue sprinkles, or stars confetti, optional

A quick note on the gelatin boxes. This recipe uses a 6 oz. box for each jello layer. If you only have 3 oz. boxes at home, you will need two boxes for each flavor to match the same amount.

For the whipped cream, either Cool Whip or homemade whipped cream works in both the cheesecake layer and the topping. If you make your own, whip it to soft peaks so it folds in easily and stays light.

Instructions

Work through the layers in order, and give each one a few minutes in the fridge or freezer before you add the next.

For the Oreo Crust

Grind the whole Oreo cookies, filling included, in a food processor until you have fine crumbs.
Add the sprinkles and stir with a fork.
Add the melted butter and stir until the crumbs are evenly moistened.
Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9 x 13 inch dish, then set it in the freezer to firm while you make the next layer.

For the Blueberry Cheesecake Layer

Place the berry blue Jello in a heat proof bowl, add 2/3 cup boiling water, and stir until it dissolves completely. Set it aside to cool.
In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Add 1 1/2 cups Cool Whip and mix to combine.
In a food processor, pulse the Greek yogurt and fresh blueberries. Pour the mixture into the cooled Jello and whisk to combine, then add the cream cheese mixture and stir to combine.
Spread the mixture over the chilled crust, then place the dish in the fridge or freezer to set.

For the Strawberry Jello Layer

In a heat proof bowl, combine the strawberry Jello and boiling water until the jello dissolves. Add the iced water and stir well, then let the mixture sit at room temperature until it is completely cooled.
Place the sliced strawberries over the set cream cheese mixture and pour the cooled Jello over the strawberries.
Refrigerate until firmly set, at least 4 to 6 hours or overnight.
Top with whipped cream and garnish with sprinkles or fresh fruit.

Two small details make the biggest difference. Press the crust firmly and evenly, because a loose crust crumbles when you cut the finished dessert. Pour the strawberry jello while it is still liquid but no longer warm, since warm jello will soften the berries.

Slice with a sharp knife and wipe the blade between cuts for the cleanest squares. Serve the dessert cold, straight from the fridge, so the layers hold their shape on the plate.

Readers who love the strawberry flavor in this dessert may also enjoy this No Bake Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie.

Recipe details

Prep time is 1 hour, and the total time is 5 hours, most of which is hands off chilling.

Detail	Info
Method	No cook, no bake
Prep time	1 hour
Total time	5 hours
Chilling	At least 4 to 6 hours, or overnight
Pan size	9 x 13 inch dish

Because it needs such a long chill, this is an easy dessert to make the day before a party. Build it, refrigerate it overnight, and add the whipped cream topping just before serving.

Store leftovers covered in the fridge and serve them within a few days. The firmer your strawberries are, the better the dessert holds its shape.

This recipe is adapted from the original Summer Berry Jello Lasagna at OMG Chocolate Desserts.

FAQs

How far ahead can I make summer berry jello lasagna?

You can make summer berry jello lasagna 1 day ahead of serving for best results. The dessert needs at least 4 to 6 hours to set in the refrigerator, but an overnight chill of 8 to 12 hours produces a much more stable structure that cuts into clean squares. This make-ahead convenience makes it ideal for holiday potlucks and 4th of July parties.

How do I achieve a light blue blueberry cheesecake layer instead of purple?

To achieve a light blue blueberry cheesecake layer, use a 6-ounce box of sweetened berry blue gelatin dissolved in boiling water as the base for that layer. The natural anthocyanins in fresh blueberries can turn the mixture purple, but the specific berry blue gelatin provides a stable blue color. Pulse the blueberries with Greek yogurt just enough to combine them, as over-processing releases more pigment from the skins.

Can I use sugar-free jello or frozen berries in this recipe?

The provided recipe specifically uses a 6-ounce box of sweetened jello for each layer to achieve the correct set and color. Sugar-free jello is not tested and may not provide a stable blue base for the cheesecake layer. For the strawberry layer, use firm fresh strawberries, as soft or frozen berries will release excess moisture and make the lasagna watery.

What can I substitute for the Golden Oreo crust?

You can substitute classic chocolate Oreos for the Golden Oreos to create a dark visual contrast with the light layers. Other suitable crust alternatives include vanilla wafers or shortbread cookies. Regardless of the cookie chosen, you must grind 36 whole cookies with their filling into fine crumbs and combine them with 1/2 cup of melted unsalted butter to form the crust.