Nanny's Coca Cola Salad Recipe

A nostalgic family recipe passed down through generations, Nanny's Coca-Cola Salad is a sweet and surprisingly refreshing dessert. This unique concoction blends the sweetness of pineapple and cherries with the bubbly fizz of Coca-Cola, creating a taste sensation that's both familiar and exciting. Originally from a cherished cookbook belonging to a grandmother who passed away in May 2005, this recipe is a testament to the enduring power of family recipes and culinary traditions. Get ready to experience a taste of history with this easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing dessert!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 200 mins
Calories 398 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Nanny's Coca Cola Salad

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How to Make Nanny's Coca Cola Salad

  1. Drain one 20-ounce can of pineapple chunks and one 15-ounce can of cherry pie filling, reserving the juice.
  2. Measure 1 1/2 cups of the reserved juice. Aim for mostly pineapple juice with a little cherry juice.
  3. Heat the 1 1/2 cups of reserved juice in a saucepan over medium heat.
  4. In a separate bowl, dissolve one 3-ounce package of cherry gelatin (or your preferred flavor) in the heated juice, stirring until completely dissolved.
  5. Add 8 ounces of softened cream cheese to the gelatin mixture.
  6. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
  7. Gently fold in the drained pineapple, cherries, and 1/2 cup of chopped pecans.
  8. Stir in one 12-ounce can of chilled Coca-Cola.
  9. Pour the mixture into a 9x13 inch dish or similar sized bowl.
  10. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until completely firm.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

69g

Fat

84g

Carbs

6g

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