Luscious Jello Salad
Indulge in the nostalgic charm of this *Luscious Jello Salad*, a creamy, fruity treat that’s perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or summer picnics. This no-bake dessert combines the vibrant flavors of your favorite jello mix with the light, airy texture of whipped topping and the tropical sweetness of crushed pineapple. Mini marshmallows add a fun, chewy bite, while optional ingredients like shredded coconut, chopped nuts, and maraschino cherries take this classic gelatin salad to the next level. With just 20 minutes of prep and a few hours in the fridge, you’ll have a crowd-pleasing dish that’s as delightful to look at as it is to eat. Serve it chilled straight from a decorative bowl or sliced into squares for a visually stunning dessert centerpiece.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 oz Jello mix (any flavor of your choice)
- 2 cups Boiling water
- 1 cup Cold water
- 8 oz Whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
- 20 oz Canned crushed pineapple (with juice)
- 1 cup Mini marshmallows
- 0.5 cup Shredded coconut (optional)
- 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (like pecans or walnuts, optional)
- 0.5 cup Maraschino cherries, halved and drained (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the jello mix with the boiling water. Stir until the jello is fully dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the cold water to the dissolved jello mixture and stir well. Let the mixture cool to room temperature, about 20-30 minutes.
Once cooled, gently fold in the whipped topping until fully combined and the mixture turns light and fluffy.
Add the crushed pineapple with its juice and stir until evenly distributed.
Fold in the mini marshmallows, shredded coconut, chopped nuts, and maraschino cherries (if using). Mix gently to avoid deflating the whipped topping.
Pour the mixture into a 9x13-inch dish or a large decorative serving bowl.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until the salad is firm and set.
Once set, scoop or slice into portions and serve chilled. Garnish with additional whipped topping or a cherry on top if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2968 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 153.2 g | 196% | |
| Saturated Fat | 108.7 g | 544% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 666 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 395.9 g | 144% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.5 g | 109% | |
| Total Sugars | 312.1 g | ||
| Protein | 37.7 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 154 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1578 mg | 34% | |
*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.
