Best 7 Molded Cherry Pineapple Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with this collection of Molded Cherry Pineapple Salad recipes. Experience a symphony of flavors and textures as you explore these unique and refreshing dishes. From the classic combination of cherries and pineapple to creative twists with nuts, marshmallows, and even cream cheese, these recipes offer something for every palate. Prepare to impress your guests with stunning presentations and tantalizing taste combinations. Whether you're looking for a refreshing summer side dish or a festive holiday centerpiece, these Molded Cherry Pineapple Salads will surely be a hit. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on this culinary adventure together!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BING CHERRY CONGEALED SALAD



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A creamy Bing cherry gelatin salad.

Provided by Niki Bice-Bey

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes     Jell-O® Salad

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16.5 ounce) can pitted Bing cherries, drained, juice reserved
1 (15 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained with juice reserved
1 (6 ounce) package cherry Jell-O®
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese
6 fluid ounces cola-flavored carbonated beverage
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a sauce pan, combine reserved cherry juice and pineapple juice to equal 1 cup. Bring to boil, add gelatin and whisk together. Remove from heat and add cream cheese and blend together until smooth.
  • Add cola and beat until mixture becomes fluffy. Fold in cherries, pineapple, and nuts. Pour into molded container, chill 6 to 8 hours or until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248.7 calories, Carbohydrate 34.6 g, Cholesterol 10.4 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 115.6 mg, Sugar 31.8 g

CHERRY PINEAPPLE SALAD



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This recipe makes a really pretty salad. My sister-in-law often brings it to our family get-togethers on holidays and special occasions. -Leona Luecking, West Burlington, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 packages (3 ounces each) cherry gelatin
2-1/3 cups boiling water
2 cans (16-1/2 ounces each) pitted dark sweet cherries
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits
1/3 cup lemon juice
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
1/3 cup mayonnaise
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
Dash salt
1/2 cup coarsely chopped nuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in water. Drain fruits, reserving enough cherry and pineapple juices to measure 2-1/2 cups; add to gelatin with lemon juice. Set fruits aside., Divide gelatin mixture in half. Set aside one portion of gelatin at room temperature; chill the other portion until partially set. Fold pineapple into chilled gelatin; pour into a 13x9-in. dish. Chill until almost firm. , In a small bowl, beat the cream, mayonnaise, cream cheese and salt until light and fluffy. Spread over chilled gelatin layer. Refrigerate until firm. Chill reserved gelatin mixture until partially set. Fold in cherries and nuts; spread over cream cheese layer. Chill for at least 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 65mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

BING CHERRY SALAD



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For a sweet, fruity salad at your next get-together, this recipe will surely delight. The cherries makes this irresistible.-Cindy Mahn, Huntley, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can (16 ounces) pitted dark sweet cherries, juice reserved
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup drained crushed pineapple
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
2 cups miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • Drain cherries, reserving 1/4 cup juice. In a bowl, whip juice with cream cheese. Stir in cherries, pineapple, whipped topping and marshmallows. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 15g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 92mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CRANBERRY PINEAPPLE SALAD



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Impress dinner guests with this delightfully different take on traditional cranberry sauce. The nuts add a tasty crunch. -Dorothy Angley, Carver, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-3/4 cups boiling water
2 packages (3 ounces each) raspberry gelatin
1 can (14 ounces) jellied cranberry sauce
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
3/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Lettuce leaves, optional
Miracle Whip, optional

Steps:

  • Add boiling water to gelatin; stir until dissolved, about 2 minutes. Stir in cranberry sauce. Add pineapple, orange juice and lemon juice. Refrigerate until thickened, about 30 minutes. Stir in nuts. Pour into an 11x7-in. dish. Refrigerate until set. Cut into 12 squares; if desired, serve each with a lettuce leaf and a dollop of Miracle Whip.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 49mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

BING CHERRY GELATIN MOLD



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Cherry gelatin mold with Bing cherries, pineapple, and pecans. This has been my family's favorite for Thanksgiving for many, many years.

Provided by Andee

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes     Jell-O® Salad

Time P1DT15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16.5 ounce) can pitted Bing cherries, drained, juice reserved
1 (12 fluid ounce) can cola-flavored carbonated beverage
1 (6 ounce) package black cherry flavored Jell-O® mix
1 (15.25 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine the reserved cherry juice with the cola. Bring to a boil, and stir in the gelatin until dissolved. Remove from the heat, and mix in the drained cherries, drained pineapple, and chopped pecans. Pour mixture into a mold sprayed with non-stick cooking spray, and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.2 calories, Carbohydrate 41.3 g, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 99.6 mg, Sugar 38.4 g

CHERRY-PINEAPPLE SALAD



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I'm pretty sure I found this recipe in a church cookbook--the ideal place to find great recipes. Simply stated, "a refreshing blend of cherry and lemon flavors that is easy to make and sure to please." I made this for our daughter's high school graduation party, and I'm still making it today--20 yrs. later! As with many two-(or more) layered jello salads, be patient for first layer to set.

Provided by Suzie

Categories     Gelatin

Time 3h

Yield 12-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (3 ounce) package cherry Jell-O
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling
1 (3 ounce) package lemon Jell-O gelatin
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple (undrained)
2 cups boiling water
1 (4 ounce) package cream cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup whipping cream

Steps:

  • Mix cherry jello with one cup boiling water. Add cherry pie filling and stir.
  • Pour in 9x9x2 inch pan; chill until firm.
  • Mix lemon jello with one cup boiling water. Add crushed pineapple.
  • Beat cream cheese and mayonnaise together; add to lemon mixture.
  • Whip the cream; add to lemon mixture.
  • Pour over cherry mixture.
  • Chill until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.1, Fat 10.4, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 26.5, Sodium 156.1, Carbohydrate 30.4, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 9.5, Protein 4.3

MOM'S SECRET CHERRY JELL-O® SALAD



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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

1 (6 ounce) package cherry-flavored gelatin (such as JELL-O®)
2 cups hot water
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, juice drained and reserved
3 bananas, sliced
1 ½ cups cold water
1 cup miniature marshmallows, or as needed
¾ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 egg
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

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

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe fruit for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have maraschino cherries, you can use fresh cherries. Just be sure to pit them first.
  • You can use any type of canned pineapple you like. Crushed, tidbits, or chunks will all work well.
  • If you don't have a mold, you can use a loaf pan or even a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Be sure to let the salad chill for at least 4 hours before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the salad to set.

Conclusion:

Molded cherry pineapple salad is a classic summer dish that is both refreshing and delicious. It's perfect for potlucks, picnics, and barbecues. With its vibrant colors and sweet and tangy flavor, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a light and easy summer dish, give this molded cherry pineapple salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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