Imagine the satisfying combination of Jello cubes, fresh fruit, and creamy Cool Whip coming together in one bowl. This Jello Fruit Salad is not only a breeze to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser. Its vibrant colors and sweet, tangy flavors make it fantastic.
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Why you will love this recip
- Rich and Comforting Flavors: This dish combines the rich, savory flavors of tender beef with the slightly sweet and earthy notes of cabbage.
- One-Pot Dinner: The convenience of preparing the entire meal in one pot means fewer dishes to wash and less kitchen cleanup. It's a practical choice for busy households.
- Hearty and Satisfying: This dish is both hearty and satisfying, making it an ideal choice for cold weather or when you're in the mood for a filling, warm meal.
Ingredients:
- strawberries
- mandarins, canned
- peaches, canned
- red jello
- orange jello
- cool whip
- mozzarella cheese
Substitutions and Variations:
- Fruit- Feel free to add more fruit, blueberries would be a great addition as well.
- Mozzarella cheese- If you don't like the idea of cheese in the fruit salad feel free to leave it out. Although it is the special ingredient in this recipe.
- Jello- Feel free to substitute with any jello color or flavor to match your event or for a unique twist.
Step-by-step Instructions:
Step 1: How to make jello- Make jello according to package instructions but only using ¾ cup cold water and ¾ cup hot water. Let set in the fridge either overnight or until firm.
Step 2: Prepare fruit- Slice 1lb of strawberries in half and then lay them on flat side and make slices lengthwise. Next grate ½ cup mozzarella cheese, it is better to grate on the smaller holes on a box grater then the cheese will be hidden. Then, drain canned peaches and mandarines and cut them down into smaller pieces about ¼ of an inch.
Step 3: Cut Jello and add Cool whip- Once the jello is set firm cut into cubes about ½ inch pieces. Then using a rubber spatula remove from the dish and add into a large bowl with the other fruit. Then, mix all ingredients together with the defrosted Cool Whip making sure the Cool Whip has coated all the ingredients evenly. Serve right away.
Expert tips:
Defrost the Cool Whip- The easiest way is to place it into the fridge from the freezer when you make the jello so that by the time the jello sets the Cool Whip will have defrosted.
For a stunning presentation, consider using a clear glass bowl or individual serving cups to showcase the vibrant layers of Jello and the colorful fruits. It's as pleasing to the eyes as it is to the palate.
How long does fruit salad last?
If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge. Consume within a day or two for the best taste and texture.
Recipe FAQs:
This fruit salad is best enjoyed the day it is mixed, but leftovers will still be good a day later. For a make-ahead option dice all the fruit, have the cheese grated separately, and cool whip separately. When ready to serve add everything into the bowl and mix.
Make sure to drain your canned fruit well. You can even pat it dry if you want to ensure you won't have any extra juices.
In the refrigerator Jello will take 2-4 hours to set.
Other recipes:
JELLO FRUIT SALAD
Ingredients
- 1 lb strawberries
- 30 oz mandarines canned
- 30 oz peaches canned
- 3.4 oz red jello
- 3.4 oz orange jello
- 8 oz cool whip
- ½ cup Mozzerella cheese grated on large holes
Instructions
- Make jello according to the package instructions but only using ¾ cup cold water and ¾ cup hot water. Let set in fridge either overnight or until firm.
- Defrost cool whip in the fridge.
- Slice strawberries into small pieces to your desired size. And grate mozzarella cheese, you can grate on either the large holes or small either one will work I prefer the large holes.
- Drain canned peaches and mandarines and cut them down into smaller pieces.
- Once the jello is firm cut into cubes about ½ inch pieces.
- In a large bowl mix all ingredients together with defrosted cool whip.
- This fruit salad is best enjoyed the day it is mixed but leftovers will still be good a day later.
- For a make ahead option dice all the fruit, have the cheese grated separately, and cool whip separate. When ready to serve add everything into the bowl and mix.
Notes
Recipe tips:
Defrost the Cool Whip- The easiest way is to place it into the fridge from the freezer when you make the jello so that by the time the jello sets the Cool Whip will have defrosted. For a stunning presentation, consider using a clear glass bowl or individual serving cups to showcase the vibrant layers of Jello and the colorful fruits. It's as pleasing to the eyes as it is to the palate.Recipe Substitutions:
- Fruit- Feel free to add more fruit, blueberries would be a great addition as well.
- Mozzarella cheese- If you don't like the idea of cheese in the fruit salad feel free to leave it out. Although it is the special ingredient in this recipe.
- Jello- Feel free to substitute with any jello color or flavor to match your event or for a unique twist.
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