Description
Mandarin Orange Jello Salad is a vibrant, fruity treat that combines tangy mandarin oranges with creamy whipped topping and sweet gelatin, making it a perfect dish for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) mandarin oranges, well-drained
- 1 package (3 oz) orange Jello powder
- 1 cup boiling water
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup non-dairy whipped topping
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Boil 1 cup of water in a saucepan. Remove from heat and stir in the orange Jello powder until fully dissolved.
- 2. Gently fold the drained mandarin oranges into the Jello mixture.
- 3. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth, then gradually mix in the whipped topping until creamy.
- 4. Slowly pour the cooled Jello mixture into the cream cheese blend, stirring gently to maintain airiness.
- 5. Transfer to a serving bowl or individual cups and refrigerate for at least four hours until set.
- 6. Serve chilled, topping with additional whipped topping and nuts if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - Experiment with different fruits like pineapple or berries for a unique twist. - For a healthier option, substitute yogurt for cream cheese and use sugar-free Jello.