Patriotic Jello Fruit Salad Recipe

This stunning layered Jello fruit salad is perfect for Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, or any patriotic celebration! Each vibrant layer – grape or blueberry, lemon, and cherry – sets beautifully, creating a show-stopping dessert that's as delicious as it is festive. A Christmas twist uses lime Jello and pineapple for a holiday delight. Prepare it a day ahead for easy serving! It's a time-consuming but rewarding recipe that's sure to impress your guests. Looks amazing in a star mold, but equally beautiful in any serving dish.

Prep Time 120 mins
Cook Time 240 mins
Calories 2662 kcal
Protein 132g
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Ingredients for Patriotic Jello Fruit Salad

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How to Make Patriotic Jello Fruit Salad

  1. **First Layer (Red):** Dissolve 3 oz grape or blueberry Jello in 1 1/3 cups boiling water.
  2. Add 1 cup drained blueberries.
  3. Pour into a lightly PAM-sprayed 9x13 inch mold or star mold. Chill until completely set (approximately 2-3 hours).
  4. **Second Layer (White):** Dissolve 3 oz lemon Jello in 1 1/3 cups boiling water. Refrigerate until just cool.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat 8 oz cream cheese and 1 cup heavy whipping cream until light and fluffy.
  6. Gently fold in the cooled lemon Jello mixture.
  7. Pour over the set red layer. Chill until set (approximately 2-3 hours).
  8. **Third Layer (Cherry):** Prepare 3 oz cherry Jello according to package directions and pour over the second layer.
  9. Chill until set (approximately 2-3 hours).
  10. **Unmolding:** Carefully run a knife around the edges of the mold. If needed, rinse the bottom of the mold with warm water to help release the Jello.
  11. **Decoration:** Decorate with small paper flags on toothpicks for an extra festive touch!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

71 g

Sugar

692g

Fat

511g

Carbs

82g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Patriotic Jello Fruit Salad?

Patriotic Jello Fruit Salad takes about 360 minutes from start to finish — roughly 120 minutes to prepare and 240 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Patriotic Jello Fruit Salad?

Patriotic Jello Fruit Salad has approximately 2662 calories per serving, with about 132 g protein, 82 g carbohydrates and 253 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Patriotic Jello Fruit Salad?

The key ingredients for Patriotic Jello Fruit Salad are Grape Jell O, Water, Canned Blueberries, Lemon Jell O Gelatin, Boiling Water, Whipping Cream. See the full list with measurements above.

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