Mom's Molded Jello Salad

Bring a nostalgic touch to your table with Mom's Molded Jello Salad, a vibrant and creamy classic perfect for celebrations, potlucks, or family dinners. Featuring your choice of fruity flavored gelatin (strawberry, lime, or orange), this easy-to-make salad gets its delightful texture from a medley of crushed pineapple, fluffy mini marshmallows, and a luscious swirl of sour cream. Add a bit of crunch with optional chopped walnuts or pecans for extra flair! This retro-inspired recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and sets beautifully in a bundt pan or mold for a stunning presentation. Serve chilled for a crowd-pleasing, sweet-and-tangy treat that’s as fun to make as it is to eat.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 oz flavored gelatin mix (strawberry, lime, or orange)
• 2 cups boiling water
• 1 cup cold water
• 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
• 1 cup mini marshmallows
• 1 cup sour cream
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, add the flavored gelatin mix.

Step 2

Pour 2 cups of boiling water over the gelatin mix and stir thoroughly until completely dissolved.

Step 3

Add 1 cup of cold water to the gelatin mixture and stir well to combine.

Step 4

Let the gelatin cool for about 15 minutes at room temperature.

Step 5

Stir in the drained crushed pineapple, mini marshmallows, sour cream, and chopped nuts (if using). Mix until evenly incorporated.

Step 6

Pour the mixture into a lightly greased or nonstick bundt pan, mold, or serving dish.

Step 7

Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until fully set.

Step 8

Once set, carefully loosen the edges of the molded jello by running a thin knife around the rim.

Step 9

Invert the mold onto a serving plate and gently tap or shake to release the jello onto the plate.

Step 10

Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1471.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1826.4

Total Fat 86.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 115mg	0%
Sodium 650.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 262.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g	0%
Total Sugars 226.9g
Protein 35.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 387.5mg	0%
Iron 2.7mg	0%
Potassium 516.0mg	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: 39.5%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 53.4%