Best 7 Moms Molded Fruit Salad Recipes

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Moms molded fruit salad is a classic dessert that is sure to bring back childhood memories. It is a colorful and refreshing dish that is perfect for any occasion, and it is always a hit at potlucks and parties. The molded fruit salad gets its name from the fact that it is typically made in a mold, which gives it a unique shape. This dessert is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. You can use any type of fruit that you like, and you can also add nuts, marshmallows, or other ingredients to create a unique flavor combination.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

MOM'S MOLDED SALAD SUPREME



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Mom's Molded Salad Supreme family recipe is easy to make ahead. The texture and taste of this light yet flavorful sugar free jello salad is wonderful. Diabetic friendly!

Provided by Tanya Morgan

Categories     sides

Time 4h25m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 small packages of lime jello sugar-free
2 cups of boiling water
1/2 can crushed pineapple, undrained
1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
1/2 cup cottage cheese
1 cup mayonnaise
6 oz canned milk

Steps:

  • Dissolve gelatin in boiling water*Let it cool a bit, and add the mayonnaise.*Let it cool more, but not set. --This allows the mayonnaise to blend in evenly.
  • When the gelatin is cool, add the remaining ingredients.*Partially freeze the pineapple and pecans before adding to the gelatin to help keep the ingredients in suspension. (If they are added while everything is warm, the pineapple and pecans settle a bit.)
  • Pour into a mold or into a pretty bowl, and chill until set.Unmold onto a serving plate just prior to serving.
  • Serve with extra pecan pieces, if desired.
  • ** For a more "festive look" if molding the salad, add a few maraschino cherries to the bottom of the mold and freeze: then add the thick salad contents and when you unmold, the cherries provide a nice color contrast.

Nutrition Facts :

MOM'S MOLDED FRUIT SALAD



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This has been a family favorite for decades. It's delish! Chilling time is cooking time. This salad keeps for several days, so you can make it ahead.

Provided by Chef PotPie

Categories     Fruit

Time 4h20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (30 ounce) can fruit cocktail, drained
1 (8 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
1 cup mini marshmallows
1/2 cup chopped nuts (I use pecans)
1/2 pint whipping cream, whipped
1/2 cup sugar
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 (1 ounce) package gelatin
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Drain fruit, mix together and set aside.
  • Whip 1/2 pint cream, add 1/2 cup sugar and set aside.
  • Beat the cream cheese and add mayonnaise and set aside.
  • Dissolve gelatine in lemon juice over hot water, then add to mayonnaise and cheese mixture.
  • Add fruit, then fold in whipped cream, marshmallows and nuts.
  • Pour into mold or 9X13, and chill until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.3, Fat 16.1, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 37.5, Sodium 149.1, Carbohydrate 32.6, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 26.4, Protein 4.6

MOM'S FROZEN FRUIT SALAD



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This fruit salad is a family favorite handed down to me by my mother, Marjorie V. Hutchinson.

Provided by Beth Steinke

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes

Time 8h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
¼ cup white sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
1 (8.5 ounce) can crushed pineapple
1 banana, diced
1 (16.5 ounce) can pitted dark sweet cherries, drained
1 (15 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup miniature marshmallows
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Beat cream cheese in a large mixing bowl using an electric mixer until fluffy. Add sour cream, sugar, and salt; mix well.
  • Drain pineapple, reserving the juice. Dip banana pieces into the pineapple juice and place in a bowl. Add cherries, oranges, and the pineapple.
  • Add marshmallows to the cream cheese mixture; fold in the fruit mixture. Grease a fluted tube pan with cooking spray and turn the fruit salad out into the pan.
  • Cover and freeze salad for at least 8 hours. Unmold and let stand at room temperature at least 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.5 calories, Carbohydrate 23.4 g, Cholesterol 29 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 122.3 mg, Sugar 18.9 g

CREAMY FRUIT MOLD



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Because it can be made ahead, a gelatin salad like this one, brimming with fruit and nuts, is so convenient. This salad (another old standby from the cooking show I watched years ago) comes out of the mold easily and looks very attractive when served. -Shirley Leister, West Chester, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 package (3 ounces) lime gelatin
1 cup boiling water
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) fruit cocktail, drained
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a bowl, beat cream cheese and gelatin. Add water, stir until gelatin is dissolved. Refrigerate until thickened, about 1 hour, stirring frequently. Add mayonnaise; whisk until smooth. Stir in fruit and pecans. Pour into a 1-qt. mold that has been coated with cooking spray. Chill until firm. Unmold onto a serving platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289 calories, Fat 19g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 129mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

MOLDED FRUIT SALAD



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A little like the grandmother of the ubiquitous "dump" salad, this made-from-scratch salad utilizes very few convenience foods. From the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. Chilling time not included in preparation time.

Provided by Molly53

Categories     Fruit

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained (reserve juice)
1 (3 ounce) package Jello gelatin, any flavor
1/8 teaspoon salt
6 ounces cream cheese, softened and whipped until light
1 cup heavy cream, whipped until stiff (whipping cream)
3/4 cup walnuts, chopped
1 cup seedless grapes
3/4 cup marshmallows, diced
1/2 cup celery, diced
2 pimientos, diced

Steps:

  • Bring pineapple juice to the boiling point; add to gelatin and salt.
  • Stir until dissolved.
  • Cool; when it begins to congeal, fold in cheese and whipped cream.
  • Pour into a mold or into individual molds and chill until firm.
  • Unmold onto leaf lettuce when ready to serve .

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486.6, Fat 34.3, SaturatedFat 16.3, Cholesterol 85.5, Sodium 230, Carbohydrate 42.8, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 34.8, Protein 7.3

MOLDED STRAWBERRY SALAD



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This refreshing salad has two layers - a pretty pink bottom that includes sour cream, and a ruby red top with strawberries and pineapple. For years, Mom has included this salad in meals she prepares for our family. -Gloria Grant, Sterling, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (6 ounces) strawberry gelatin
1-1/2 cups boiling water
1 package (10 ounces) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple
1 cup sour cream
Optional: Leaf lettuce and fresh strawberries

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in water. Add strawberries and pineapple. Strain, reserving liquid and fruit. Set aside 1 cup of the liquid at room temperature. , Pour fruit and remaining liquid into a 5-cup ring mold or 9-in. square pan that has been coated with cooking spray. Cover and refrigerate until set, about 1 hour. , Whisk sour cream and reserved liquid; pour over top of gelatin. Cover and refrigerate until set. , Slice and place on individual plates, or unmold onto a serving platter. Garnish with lettuce and strawberries if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 calories, Fat 5g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 64mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

MOLDED CRANBERRY FRUIT SALAD



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Tart cranberry flavor is a delightful addition to chilled fruit salad.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained, reserving juice
½ cup Ocean Spray® Cranberry Juice Cocktail
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 (3 ounce) package raspberry-flavored Jell-O®
1 (14 ounce) can Ocean Spray® Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce
½ cup chopped celery

Steps:

  • Combine reserved pineapple juice, cranberry juice cocktail and lemon juice in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat. Add gelatin, stirring until it is completely dissolved. Break up cranberry sauce with a fork. Stir into gelatin mixture.
  • Refrigerate until mixture begins to set. Stir in pineapple and celery. Pour into a 4-cup mold. Chill until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Carbohydrate 35 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.1 g, Sodium 53.8 mg, Sugar 30.8 g

Tips:

  • Use ripe fruit: This will ensure that your salad is sweet and flavorful. Avoid fruit that is bruised or has brown spots.
  • Mix different types of fruit: This will give your salad a variety of flavors and textures. Some good combinations include berries, citrus fruits, melons, and tropical fruits.
  • Add some crunch: Nuts, seeds, and granola can add a nice crunch to your salad. They also provide some extra protein and fiber.
  • Use a light dressing: A heavy dressing can overwhelm the delicate flavors of the fruit. A simple vinaigrette or yogurt dressing is a good option.
  • Serve your salad chilled: This will help to keep the fruit crisp and refreshing.

Conclusion:

Molded fruit salad is a classic summer dessert that is both delicious and easy to make. It's a great way to use up ripe fruit, and it's also a healthy and refreshing treat. With a few simple tips, you can make a molded fruit salad that is sure to impress your friends and family.

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