Pear Salad With Cream Cheese And Lime Gelatin Recipe

A refreshing and surprisingly elegant pear salad! This recipe combines the sweetness of pears with the tang of lime gelatin and the creamy richness of cream cheese for a delightful dessert or light lunch. The optional addition of chopped nuts adds satisfying crunch. Prepare to be amazed by this unique flavor combination!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 210 mins
Calories 285.1 kcal
Protein 7g
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How to Make Pear Salad With Cream Cheese And Lime Gelatin

  1. In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup pear juice to a boil.
  2. Remove from heat and carefully whisk in 1 (1 ounce) package of unflavored lime gelatin until completely dissolved.
  3. Refrigerate until the gelatin is partially set (about 30-45 minutes).
  4. While the gelatin chills, in a medium bowl, beat 8 ounces cream cheese with 2 tablespoons milk until smooth and creamy.
  5. In a separate small bowl, mash 2 ripe pears until smooth. (Approximately 1 1/2 cups mashed pears)
  6. Gently fold the mashed pears into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
  7. Once the gelatin is partially set, gently fold the gelatin mixture into the cream cheese and pear mixture until evenly distributed.
  8. Gently fold in 8 ounces of whipped topping (Cool Whip or similar).
  9. Pour the mixture into a mold (such as a bundt pan or trifle bowl) or a serving bowl.
  10. Refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours, or until completely set.
  11. (Optional) Garnish with 1/2 cup chopped nuts before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

104g

Fat

62g

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pear Salad With Cream Cheese And Lime Gelatin?

Pear Salad With Cream Cheese And Lime Gelatin takes about 230 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 210 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pear Salad With Cream Cheese And Lime Gelatin?

Pear Salad With Cream Cheese And Lime Gelatin has approximately 285.1 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 26 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pear Salad With Cream Cheese And Lime Gelatin?

The key ingredients for Pear Salad With Cream Cheese And Lime Gelatin are Pear Halves, Lime Gelatin, Cream Cheese, Milk, Cool Whip. See the full list with measurements above.

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