Orange Jello Salad Aka St Joseph Salad
Indulge in a taste of nostalgia with this Orange Jello Salad, lovingly known as St. Joseph Salad—a delightful retro recipe that’s as easy to make as it is irresistibly creamy and refreshing. This citrusy, no-bake dessert combines zesty orange jello with the sweet tang of crushed pineapple, juicy mandarin oranges, and fluffy mini marshmallows, all folded into a velvety blend of whipped cream and cream cheese. Perfect for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or family dinners, this crowd-pleasing dish is a harmonious balance of fruity brightness and luscious texture. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep and chilled to perfection, this vibrant, make-ahead salad is an effortless way to add sunshine to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 oz Orange Jello powder
- 2 cups Boiling water
- 1 cup Cold water
- 20 oz Crushed pineapple (including juice)
- 15 oz Canned mandarin oranges (drained)
- 2 cups Mini marshmallows
- 8 oz Whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
- 8 oz Cream cheese (softened)
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the Orange Jello powder in 2 cups of boiling water. Stir until the powder is completely dissolved.
Add 1 cup of cold water to the dissolved Jello mixture and stir. Set aside to cool for 10-15 minutes but do not allow it to set completely.
In another medium bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to whip the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and fluffy.
Fold the whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until well combined. Set this mixture aside.
Once the Jello mixture has cooled slightly, gently mix in the crushed pineapple (including its juice) and the drained mandarin oranges.
Add the mini marshmallows to the Jello mixture and stir to evenly distribute.
Fold the cream cheese and whipped topping mixture into the Jello mixture until fully incorporated and no streaks remain.
Pour the completed mixture into a 9x13-inch serving dish or a large decorative bowl.
Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.
Serve chilled. For added presentation, garnish with additional whipped topping or a few mandarin orange slices, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3067 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.0 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 76.1 g | 380% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 251 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 1311 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 520.6 g | 189% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 427.0 g | ||
| Protein | 28.7 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 395 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1428 mg | 30% | |
*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.
