Orange Pineapple Jello Salad
Bright, refreshing, and delightfully creamy, this Orange Pineapple Jello Salad is the perfect balance of tangy citrus and tropical sweetness. Made with zesty orange-flavored gelatin, juicy crushed pineapple, fluffy mini marshmallows, and a luscious blend of sour cream and whipped topping, this no-bake dessert is a nostalgic favorite for holidays, potlucks, or summer gatherings. The vibrant gelatin base sets beautifully, while the creamy topping adds a rich, velvety texture. It’s quick to prepare with only 15 minutes of hands-on time and a chill time of just a few hours, making it an effortless crowd-pleaser. Serve this chilled masterpiece straight from the fridge and watch it disappear in no time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 ounces orange-flavored gelatin (Jello)
- 2 cups boiling water
- 1 cup cold water
- 20 ounces crushed pineapple (with juice)
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip), thawed
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, dissolve the orange-flavored gelatin in 2 cups of boiling water. Stir well until the gelatin is fully dissolved.
Stir in 1 cup of cold water to the gelatin mixture and set aside to cool to room temperature.
Once the gelatin has cooled, fold in the crushed pineapple along with its juice and mix thoroughly.
Next, gently stir in the mini marshmallows to ensure they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
In a separate small bowl, mix together the sour cream and thawed whipped topping until smooth and creamy.
Slowly fold the sour cream and whipped topping mixture into the gelatin mixture until fully combined.
Pour the mixture into a 9x13-inch glass dish or a large serving bowl. Smooth the top with a spatula if needed.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the jello salad is fully set.
Once set, remove the dish from the refrigerator and serve chilled. Garnish with additional whipped topping or orange zest, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1459 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.5 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.6 g | 228% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 115 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 408 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 245.7 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 191.8 g | ||
| Protein | 12.0 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 386 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 558 mg | 12% | |
*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.
