Sweetheart Salad Pink Salad
Delightfully retro and irresistibly creamy, the Sweetheart Salad Pink Salad is the perfect treat for any special occasion or potluck gathering. Bursting with the vibrant flavors of strawberry gelatin and tangy crushed pineapple, this no-bake dessert salad is a nostalgic blend of sweetness and texture. Mini marshmallows melt into the fluffy mixture of cream cheese and whipped topping, while shredded coconut adds a tropical twist. For an elegant finish, garnish with jewel-like maraschino cherries and a sprinkle of chopped nuts. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this crowd-pleasing pink salad offers an effortless way to impress your guests while satisfying your sweet tooth! Keywords: Sweetheart Salad, pink salad recipe, no-bake dessert, retro gelatin salad, easy dessert ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 ounces Strawberry-flavored gelatin powder
- 1 cup Boiling water
- 8 ounces Crushed pineapple (unsweetened, with juice)
- 1 cup Mini marshmallows
- 8 ounces Whipped topping (thawed)
- 4 ounces Cream cheese (softened)
- 0.5 cup Sweetened shredded coconut
- 0.5 cup Maraschino cherries (halved, optional, for garnish)
- 0.25 cup Chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, dissolve the strawberry-flavored gelatin powder in the boiling water. Stir well until fully dissolved, about 2 minutes.
Add the crushed pineapple along with its juice to the gelatin mixture. Mix thoroughly.
Stir in the mini marshmallows, allowing them to soften slightly. Set aside to cool to room temperature, about 10-15 minutes.
In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Gently fold the whipped topping into the cream cheese in batches until well combined and fluffy.
Gradually combine the cooled gelatin-pineapple mixture with the cream cheese and whipped topping mixture. Stir gently to maintain the airy texture.
Add the shredded coconut and chopped nuts if using. Mix until evenly distributed.
Pour the salad mixture into a decorative serving dish or individual parfait glasses.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.
Before serving, garnish with halved maraschino cherries and an optional sprinkle of chopped nuts if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1940 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.1 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.9 g | 294% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 126 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 719 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 263.0 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 203.3 g | ||
| Protein | 19.7 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 175 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 600 mg | 13% | |
*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.
