Best 7 Seafoam Salad Dessert Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful Seafoam Salad, a classic dessert that transports you to a realm of creamy, fluffy, and refreshing flavors. Picture a luscious combination of fluffy marshmallows, crushed pineapple, miniature marshmallows, sour cream, cool whip, and a hint of lime zest, all blended together to create a symphony of textures and tastes. This iconic salad is a staple at potlucks, family gatherings, and summer picnics, evoking nostalgia with every bite. Variations of this beloved dessert include additions like coconut, nuts, or even a dollop of whipped cream, catering to diverse preferences. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind this timeless treat, with step-by-step instructions for three equally enticing Seafoam Salad recipes: the Classic Seafoam Salad, the Tropical Seafoam Salad, and the Coconut Seafoam Salad.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SEA FOAM SALAD



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A light Jell-O salad, great for summer barbecues or with Christmas dinner!

Provided by CORGI23

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

Time 3h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (15 ounce) cans pear halves
1 (3 ounce) package lime flavored Jell-O® mix
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons milk
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup reserved pear juice to boiling. Pour over lime gelatin in a small bowl; stir until dissolved. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese with milk until smooth. Blend in gelatin mixture. Chill in the refrigerator until partially thickened, about 20 to 30 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, mash pears until smooth. Fold pears and whipped topping into gelatin mixture. Pour into a mold. Chill until set, about 2 to 3 hours.
  • Dip mold in warm water for approximately 5 seconds. Invert onto a serving plate

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.5 calories, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 41.5 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 16.4 g, Sodium 191.2 mg, Sugar 34.6 g

OLD FASHIONED SEA FOAM SALAD



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you can use any jello you want and get the same tasty results.

Provided by barbara lentz

Categories     Gelatin Salads

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 4

20 oz can pears in heavy syrup
6 oz pkg. green jello
8 oz cream cheese
1 c heavy cream

Steps:

  • 1. Drain pear juice in a saucepan. Set the pears aside. Bring the liquid to a boil over high heat add the jello and stir until jello is dissolved.
  • 2. With an immersion blender add the cream cheese and pears blend well.
  • 3. Beat the heavy cream until stiff peaks fold into the jello mixture. Spray a bundt pan with cooking spray. Pour jello mixture into the bundt pan and place in refrigerator for several hours or overnight. Dip the pan in hot water for a few seconds to loosen the mold and turn upside down to unmold.

SEAFOAM SALAD



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My friend from church gave this to me years ago. Very scrumptious and we usually make it at Christmas. A great dessert!

Provided by Tammy Curtis

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 large box lime jello
1 Large can(s) pears
1 large pkg cream cheese
1 pt cool whip
3 Tbsp milk

Steps:

  • 1. Drain pears and heat pear juice to boiling. Dissolve jello in pear juice. Mash cream cheese with 3 tbsp milk until smooth. Stir into hot Jello. Cool and put in refrigerator until slightly thickened. Mash pears with a fork, fold into jello. Fold in cool whip. Put in the refrigerator until set. I put it in a nice decorative bowl and enjoy!

SEAFOAM SALAD - DESSERT



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This yummy dessert/salad has been in the family for ages. Works just as well with sugar free jello and light products. I usually double this recipe, and serve it as a nice light dessert or side salad whenever the weather warms. Great for potlucks! Enjoy! Note: Cook time is chill time.

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pint cottage cheese
1 (4 ounce) container Cool Whip, defrosted
1 (3 ounce) box lime gelatin (dry)
10 ounces canned pineapple tidbits, well-drained (or crushed)

Steps:

  • Fold cottage cheese and cool whip together.
  • Add dry jello and mix well.
  • Add well-drained pineapple and refrigerate 20 to 30 minutes or overnight.
  • Garnish with pineapple tidbits.

SEAFOAM SALAD



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Make and share this Seafoam Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Fruit

Time 3h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (15 ounce) cans pear halves in natural juice, reserve juice
1 (3 ounce) package lime Jell-O gelatin
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons milk
1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip, thawed

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, heat 1 cup reserved pear juice to boiling.
  • In a small bowl add lime jello; pour pear juice over jello; stir until dissolved; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese with milk until smooth; blend in jello mixture.
  • Chill in refrigerator until partially thickened, about 20-30 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, mash pears until smooth.
  • Fold pears and Cool Whip into jello mixture.
  • Pour into a mold.
  • Chill until set, about 2-3 hours.
  • Dip mold in warm water for approx 5 minutes.
  • Invert onto serving platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.4, Fat 17.1, SaturatedFat 11.8, Cholesterol 31.8, Sodium 154, Carbohydrate 31.3, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 26.9, Protein 3.4

LIME PEAR GELATIN SALAD



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Great and green, this light gelatin salad made with pears and reduced fat cream cheese and whipped topping is a staple at any holiday meal in our family.

Provided by Elizabeth

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

Time 4h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (.6 ounce) package sugar-free lime Jell-O®
1 cup boiling water
1 (15.25 ounce) can pear halves in juice
1 (3 ounce) package reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
1 ½ cups reduced-fat frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Whisk together the lime gelatin and boiling water in a large bowl until the gelatin dissolves. Pour the mixture into the container of a blender, and add the pear halves and cream cheese. Cover and blend until smooth. Pour back into the bowl, and gently whisk in the whipped topping. Transfer to a mold or serving bowl, cover and refrigerate until firm, at least 4 hours. To unmold, dip the mold briefly into hot tap water to loosen the gelatin, then invert onto a plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Cholesterol 10.8 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 147.6 mg, Sugar 9 g

SEAFOAM JELLO DESSERT SALAD



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This recipe was my mother's. She'd make it for Thanksgiving or Christmas every year. I have made it for my family for 35 years. My daughter says its not a holiday dinner without it.

Provided by Potluck

Categories     Gelatin

Time 8h

Yield 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (3 ounce) box lime Jell-O gelatin
1 (3 ounce) box lemon Jell-O gelatin
1/2 pint whipping cream
8 ounces cream cheese
1 cup miniature marshmallow
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained

Steps:

  • Make Jello flavors separately; let set (not firm).
  • Whip cream till peaks appear.
  • Cut small chunks of cream cheese and blend till smaller pieces appear in thick whip cream.
  • Fold in both Jello flavors with pineapple and marshmallows.
  • Pour into large serving bowl.
  • Cover with plastic wrap.
  • Let set overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213, Fat 13.9, SaturatedFat 8.7, Cholesterol 48, Sodium 133.1, Carbohydrate 20.2, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 17.4, Protein 3.1

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and texture.
  • Chill the gelatin mixture thoroughly before adding it to the whipped cream.
  • If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can test the sugar syrup by dropping a small amount into a glass of cold water. If it forms a soft ball, it's ready.
  • Be careful not to overbeat the whipped cream, or it will become grainy.
  • Serve the seafoam salad immediately, or it will start to lose its volume.

Conclusion:

Seafoam salad is a light and refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its delicate flavor and fluffy texture, seafoam salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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