Dreamsicle Jello Salad
Indulge in the nostalgic, citrusy sweetness of Dreamsicle Jello Salad, a creamy dessert bursting with orange and vanilla flavors reminiscent of the classic creamsicle treat. This no-bake recipe combines zesty orange Jello, velvety vanilla pudding, fluffy whipped topping, and juicy mandarin oranges, with a playful addition of mini marshmallows for extra texture. Perfect for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or summer barbecues, this delightful gelatin dessert is as easy to make as it is to enjoy. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a few hours to chill, this crowd-pleaser is the ideal make-ahead treat that’s sure to brighten any table. Serve it with a garnish of delicate mandarin segments for a vibrant, refreshing finish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 ounces Orange Jello powder
- 3.4 ounces Vanilla instant pudding mix
- 2 cups Boiling water
- 1 cup Cold water
- 8 ounces Frozen whipped topping (thawed)
- 15 ounces Canned mandarin oranges (drained)
- 2 cups Mini marshmallows
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the orange Jello powder completely in 2 cups of boiling water. Stir for 2-3 minutes, ensuring all granules are dissolved.
Add 1 cup of cold water to the dissolved Jello mixture and stir well.
Refrigerate the Jello mixture for approximately 1 hour or until it thickens slightly but is not completely set, resembling a consistency similar to egg whites.
While the Jello is chilling, prepare the vanilla pudding mix as per the package instructions, using cold milk if needed, and set it aside.
Once the Jello has thickened, gently fold in the prepared vanilla pudding until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
Fold in the thawed whipped topping, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
Add the drained mandarin oranges and mini marshmallows to the mixture, folding gently to avoid breaking the oranges.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the salad to set completely and flavors to meld.
Before serving, give the salad a light stir to fluff it up. Garnish with extra mandarin oranges or a sprinkle of mini marshmallows if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
267 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.6 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.9 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 153 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.8 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 8 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 66 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
