Orange Creme Jello Salad
Brighten up your dessert table with this Orange Creme Jello Salad, a delightful blend of sweet, tangy, and creamy flavors that’s as easy to make as it is to enjoy. Featuring orange-flavored gelatin, juicy mandarin oranges, and crushed pineapple, this retro-inspired dish combines a tropical fruit medley with the smooth richness of cottage cheese and whipped topping for an irresistibly fluffy texture. With just 15 minutes of prep and no cooking required, it’s the perfect make-ahead dessert or side dish for potlucks, family gatherings, or holiday celebrations. Garnish with extra mandarin oranges for a vibrant presentation that’s sure to impress. Indulge in this nostalgic, crowd-pleasing treat that’s as refreshing as it is delicious! Keywords: Orange Jello salad, creamy fruit salad, mandarin orange dessert, no-bake orange dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 ounces Orange-flavored gelatin (Jell-O)
- 2 cups Boiling water
- 1 cup Cold water
- 20 ounces Crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup Cottage cheese
- 15 ounces Mandarin oranges, drained
- 8 ounces Whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the orange-flavored gelatin in 2 cups of boiling water. Stir until completely dissolved, about 2 minutes.
Add 1 cup of cold water to the dissolved gelatin mixture, and stir well to combine.
Place the bowl in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes, or until the gelatin mixture begins to slightly thicken but is not fully set.
Once slightly thickened, gently fold in the drained crushed pineapple and cottage cheese until well combined.
Next, add the drained mandarin oranges, being careful not to break them apart, and fold gently to incorporate.
Finally, fold in the whipped topping until fully combined, creating a light and creamy consistency.
Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl or individual dessert cups, smoothing the top if desired.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the salad is fully set and chilled.
Serve cold, garnished with additional mandarin oranges or a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1037 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.2 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.6 g | 153% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 639 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 169.5 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 134.7 g | ||
| Protein | 21.5 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 181 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 529 mg | 11% | |
*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.
