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

BOSS BABY
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This salad is a must-try!


Charlotte Chitapa
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I love this salad!


Cat Jay
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This salad is delicious!


XtremeHrisrti
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This salad is the perfect summer salad.


NJOKU EDWIN SUCCESS
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I've made this salad many times, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Debra Richardson
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This salad is a classic for a reason! It's so refreshing and delicious.


QARAI SAMEER
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit.


Laura Duvall
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This salad is delicious! It's the perfect summer salad because it's so refreshing and light.


Raees Khan Raees
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit. I love the combination of sweet cherries, pineapple, and marshmallows. It's the perfect summer salad.


Colobaly Alatar
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This salad is delicious! I made it for a party last weekend, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it. It's the perfect summer salad because it's so refreshing and light.


hassan mughals
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I've made this salad many times, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit. I love the way the cherries and pineapple add a pop of color and flavor to the salad.


Husii shah
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This salad is a classic for a reason! It's so refreshing and delicious, and it's always a hit at potlucks and parties. I love the combination of sweet cherries, pineapple, and marshmallows. It's the perfect summer salad!