Grandma Max's Layered Jello Salad

Step back in time with Grandma Max's Layered Jello Salad, a retro masterpiece that brings vibrant flavors and a pop of color to your dessert table. This nostalgic recipe features three cheerful layers of strawberry, lime, and orange gelatin, each blended with unique mix-ins like sour cream, crushed pineapple, and mini marshmallows for creamy and tangy contrasts. Topped with a luscious layer of whipped topping and adorned with bright maraschino cherries, this chilled dessert is as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or festive celebrations, this make-ahead treat combines simplicity and charm in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 oz (1 box) Strawberry-flavored gelatin
• 3 oz (1 box) Lime-flavored gelatin
• 3 oz (1 box) Orange-flavored gelatin
• 6 cups (divided as 3 cups boiling + 3 cups cold) Water
• 1 cup Crushed pineapple (drained)
• 1.5 cups (divided) Sour cream
• 1 cup Mini marshmallows
• 1 cup Whipped topping
• 0.5 cup Maraschino cherries (halved)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, dissolve the strawberry-flavored gelatin in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir well, then add 1 cup of cold water and mix until fully combined. Pour the mixture into a 9x13-inch glass dish and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until the gelatin is slightly set but still soft.

Step 2

In another bowl, dissolve the lime-flavored gelatin in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir, then add 1 cup of cold water. Once fully dissolved, mix in 1/2 cup sour cream and crushed pineapple. Stir to combine, then gently pour this mixture over the slightly set strawberry layer. Refrigerate for another 30 minutes or until set.

Step 3

For the third layer, dissolve the orange-flavored gelatin in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir, then add 1 cup of cold water. Let the mixture cool slightly, then gently fold in the mini marshmallows and remaining 1 cup of sour cream.

Step 4

Carefully pour the orange gelatin mixture over the lime layer and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until all layers are fully set.

Step 5

For the topping, spread the whipped topping evenly over the top of the set gelatin layers. Decorate with halved maraschino cherries on top.

Step 6

Chill the entire salad for an additional 1 hour before serving. Slice into squares or scoop into bowls to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3987.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1484.9

Total Fat 82.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 54.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 214.9mg	0%
Sodium 568.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 191.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g	0%
Total Sugars 166.2g
Protein 19.6g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 692.7mg	0%
Iron 0.6mg	0%
Potassium 300.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.9%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 48.2%