Layered Holiday Jello Salad Recipe

This festive Layered Holiday Jello Salad is a delicious twist on a classic cranberry-pineapple salad! Featuring vibrant red and green layers separated by a creamy, dreamy cream cheese layer, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any holiday potluck. Prepare to be amazed by the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and creamy flavors in every bite. Easy to make and even easier to devour!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 225.7 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Layered Holiday Jello Salad

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How to Make Layered Holiday Jello Salad

  1. In a medium bowl, dissolve 1 (3 ounce) package of red Jell-O in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir in 1 (20 ounce) can of crushed pineapple, reserving half the can for later, and 1 (14 ounce) can of whole berry cranberry sauce.
  2. Pour the red Jell-O mixture into a 9x13 inch glass dish. Refrigerate until partially set (about 30 minutes).
  3. In a separate bowl, beat together 8 ounces of cream cheese (softened) and 1 cup of sour cream until smooth and creamy.
  4. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the partially set red Jell-O layer.
  5. In another medium bowl, dissolve 1 (3 ounce) package of green Jell-O in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir in the remaining half (10 ounces) of crushed pineapple.
  6. Pour the green Jell-O mixture over the cream cheese layer. Refrigerate until partially set (about 30 minutes).
  7. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the salad to fully set.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

137g

Fat

25g

Carbs

12g