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Apricot Orange Salad With Sour Cream Cream Cheese Topping Recipe

A vibrant and refreshing Apricot Orange Salad, bursting with juicy mandarin oranges, sweet apricots, and crunchy carrots! This make-ahead dessert features a delightful gelatin base, topped with a creamy, dreamy cinnamon-spiced sour cream and cream cheese mixture. Perfect for potlucks, parties, or a light and elegant dessert. Prepare it in advance, and let it set for a show-stopping treat!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 273.6 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Apricot Orange Salad With Sour Cream Cream Cheese Topping

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How to Make Apricot Orange Salad With Sour Cream Cream Cheese Topping

  1. In a large bowl, bloom 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) of unflavored gelatin in ½ cup boiling water. Stir until completely dissolved.
  2. Add ½ cup dried apricots (chopped), ½ cup dried cranberries, and stir gently. Let stand for 5-10 minutes to cool slightly.
  3. Using a vegetable peeler, create ½ cup of thin carrot ribbons from 1-2 carrots.
  4. Add 1 (11-ounce) can mandarin oranges (with their juice), the carrot ribbons, juice of 2 oranges, and ½ cup cold water to the gelatin mixture. Stir to combine.
  5. Pour the mixture into a bowl or mold of your choice. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until completely set.
  6. **Prepare the topping:** In a medium bowl, beat together 8 ounces cream cheese (softened), 1 cup sour cream, ¼ cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until smooth and creamy.
  7. Once the salad is set, gently spread the cream cheese topping evenly over the surface.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  9. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

146g

Fat

33g

Carbs

14g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Gelatin Desserts Salads Fruit Citrus Oranges Pitted Fruit