Best 7 Grandmas Cherry Jello Salad Recipes
Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with Grandma's Cherry Jello Salad, a classic dessert that combines sweet cherries, refreshing pineapple tidbits, creamy cottage cheese, crunchy walnuts, and a luscious cherry-flavored gelatin base. This beloved salad transports you back to simpler times, evoking memories of family gatherings and cherished traditions.
Presented in this article are two variations of this timeless recipe. The first recipe stays true to the classic combination of ingredients, offering a harmonious balance of flavors and textures. The second recipe introduces a modern twist, incorporating juicy blueberries and tangy lemon juice, adding a vibrant pop of color and a burst of citrusy freshness.
Whether you prefer the traditional or the contemporary version, Grandma's Cherry Jello Salad promises an unforgettable taste experience. So gather your loved ones, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary adventure that celebrates the enduring charm of this iconic dish.
THE MOST WONDERFUL CHERRY JELLO YOU WILL EVER EAT IN YOUR LIFE
Steps:
- Combine cherry gelatin with 2 cups of boiling water. OMIT 2 cups cold
- water as directed on the package. Add crushed pineapple with juice and cherry pie filling.
- Pour into 9x13 pan
- Chill.
MOM'S SECRET CHERRY JELL-O® SALAD
My mom always makes this for Thanksgiving and all of my siblings have carried on the tradition. The secret is in the topping.
Provided by Scott09
Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Dessert Salad Recipes Jell-O® Salad
Time 4h25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Dissolve gelatin completely in 2 cups hot water and pour into desired mold. Mix crushed pineapple, bananas, and 1 1/2 cup cold water into gelatin mixture; top with miniature marshmallows. Chill until firm.
- Whisk reserved pineapple juice, sugar, flour, and egg in a saucepan over low heat and cook, whisking constantly, until mixture almost comes to a simmer and becomes thick, about 5 minutes. Mix cream cheese into sauce, transfer to a large bowl, and cool to room temperature. Stir whipped topping into cream cheese mixture. Spread over gelatin. Chill thoroughly before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 430.2 calories, Carbohydrate 65.3 g, Cholesterol 54 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 205.8 mg, Sugar 56.5 g
CHERRY JELL-O SALAD
Joanna Saltz, Delish's editorial director, makes her aunt's classic holiday dessert recipe for Cherry JELL-O Salad with her kids. You want to watch this.
Categories dessert delish editorial director joanna saltz cooking togther kraft cherry whip salad recipe cool whip jet-puffed miniature marshmallows cherry jell-o
Time 2h40m
Yield 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Prepare the cherry JELL-O according to package instructions using a large bowl. Refrigerate for 30 minutes up to 1½ hours, until JELL-O is soft-set.
- In a large bowl, fold together Cool Whip and JELL-O. Add fruit cocktail, mini marshmallows, maraschino cherries, and half the liquid from the maraschino cherry jar until ingredients are totally combined.
- Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.
CHERRY MARSHMALLOW JELLO SALAD
An old vintage classic jello salad. This Cherry Marshmallow Jello Salad is colorful, easy to make and still is a huge hit at holidays and bbq's. The perfect side dish for a quick meal.
Provided by www.dailydishrecipes.com
Categories Salads and Soups
Time 2h10m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a big bowl, dump the crushed pineapple WITH the juice (don't drain it!!). Dump the jello in with the pineapple. Stir the entire thing until it's thickened. Fold in whipped cream and stir well.
- Add in the mandarin oranges and stir. Add marshmallows. Put in the fridge to chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
GRANDMAS CHERRY JELLO SALAD
I am not a big jello eater, but this recipe changed my mind. this is our jello salad recipe, hope you enjoy xoxox
Provided by Laura Spencer-Whitacre
Categories Nuts
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Dissolve Jell-o in boiling water, cool slightly. Add pineapple, pie filling and nuts.
- 2. Pour into oblong dish and SET.
- 3. mix cool whip and cream cheese, Spread on top of set jell-o. Top with nuts and or cheese. (I skip the cheese). enjoy. xoxoxoxo
GRANDMA'S CRANBERRY JELLO SALAD
Make and share this Grandma's Cranberry Jello Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by momm2493
Categories Low Protein
Time 3h10m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In mixing bowl, combing jello and boiling water; stir until dissolved. Add cranberry sauce to hot mixture; stir until melted. Allow to cool slightly . Transfer jello mixture to desired dish (mold, rectanglar pyrex, etc.) Add pineapple, celery and nuts over top. Place in refridgerator until set. YUM!
GRANDMA MAX'S LAYERED JELLO SALAD
This is one of my favourite memories from going to my Grandma's house. She would make this every Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday and there were hardly any leftovers. My Grandma passed away in 2003 and now her recipe has become a staple in my house during those occasions. I hope you enjoy it has much as my family does!
Provided by Davalyn_rain
Categories Gelatin
Time 2h
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Prepare the cherry jello powder according to the directions on the package in a glass mixing bowl. Put it in the fridge and let it set.
- Once set, prepare the dream whip according to the package and cut the cream cheese into small chunks, (if you're not a fan of chunks, you could whip it all together). Mix the cream cheese into the dream whip and layer it on top of the cherry jello. Let it set in the fridge.
- *You could save yourself time if you do step 1 and step 2 together and let both set in the fridge at the same time.*.
- Drain the crushed pineapple and rinse with cold water approximately 3-4 times to remove most of the acidic juice. Make sure to squeeze out the excess water with your hands.
- Make the lemon jello powder according to directions and let it partially set.
- Mix the pineapple into the lemon jello and layer over top of the dream whip mixture.
- Let set in the fridge and serve. (For the best results, put saran wrap over the salad and let it set overnight).
- Note: The dream whip should be one of the small envelopes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.5, Fat 20.4, SaturatedFat 14.4, Cholesterol 45.8, Sodium 230.8, Carbohydrate 40.9, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 29.8, Protein 10.3
Tips:
- Use fresh cherries. Fresh cherries will give your salad the best flavor. If you can't find fresh cherries, you can use frozen or canned cherries. Just be sure to thaw frozen cherries before using them and drain canned cherries well.
- Choose a Jell-O flavor that you like. Any flavor of Jell-O will work in this salad, but some popular choices include cherry, strawberry, and raspberry.
- Add other fruits and nuts to your salad. This salad is a great way to use up leftover fruit. You can add any type of fruit that you like, such as pineapple, mandarin oranges, or grapes. You can also add nuts, such as walnuts or pecans.
- Make your salad ahead of time. This salad can be made up to 24 hours ahead of time. This makes it a great option for parties or potlucks.
- Serve your salad chilled. This salad is best served chilled. You can chill it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Conclusion:
Grandma's Cherry Jello Salad is a classic recipe that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make, delicious, and always a hit with guests. With its sweet and tangy flavor, this salad is sure to be a favorite at your next party or potluck. So next time you are looking for a refreshing and flavorful salad, give Grandma's Cherry Jello Salad a try.
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