Tropical Sunshine Gelatin Salad
Brighten up your table with this Tropical Sunshine Gelatin Salad, a delightful retro-inspired dessert that’s as vibrant as it is delicious! This no-bake recipe combines the tangy sweetness of pineapple-flavored gelatin with bursts of juicy mandarin oranges, crushed pineapple, and creamy whipped topping for a perfectly balanced treat. Shredded coconut and pillowy marshmallows add a tropical twist and irresistible texture, making it the ultimate crowd-pleaser for picnics, potlucks, or holiday gatherings. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a few hours in the fridge, you’ll have a refreshing, make-ahead dessert that’s sure to impress. Whether served straight from a dish or molded into a decorative centerpiece, this gelatin salad brings a summery touch to any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 oz Pineapple-flavored gelatin
- 1 cup Boiling water
- 1 cup Cold water
- 8 oz Crushed pineapple, drained
- 11 oz Mandarin oranges, drained
- 1 cup Sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup Marshmallows
- 1 cup Whipped topping
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the pineapple-flavored gelatin in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir well until the gelatin is completely dissolved.
Add 1 cup of cold water to the gelatin mixture and stir to combine. Allow the gelatin mixture to cool for 5-10 minutes.
Stir in the drained crushed pineapple and mandarin oranges.
Fold in the sweetened shredded coconut and marshmallows, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Gently fold in the whipped topping to create a light and airy texture.
Pour the mixture into a 9x13-inch glass dish or a decorative serving mold.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the gelatin is fully set.
Once set, remove from the fridge and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with additional coconut or fruit for presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
981 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.0 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.7 g | 148% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 42 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 317 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 168.2 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 126.5 g | ||
| Protein | 8.6 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 121 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 693 mg | 15% | |
*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.
