Easter Orange Jello Salad (Printable)
Vibrant orange gelatin with mandarin oranges and creamy marshmallow topping.
# What You'll Need:
→ Gelatin Base
01 - 2 (3 oz) boxes orange-flavored gelatin
02 - 2 cups boiling water
03 - 1 cup cold water
→ Fruit & Mix-ins
04 - 1 (15 oz) can mandarin oranges, drained
05 - 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
→ Creamy Layer
06 - 1 cup sour cream
07 - 1 cup mini marshmallows
08 - 1 cup whipped topping
# Directions:
01 - In a large bowl, dissolve the orange gelatin in 2 cups boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved, then add 1 cup cold water. Mix well and let cool for 10 minutes.
02 - Gently stir in the mandarin oranges and crushed pineapple.
03 - Pour the mixture into a 9x13-inch glass dish or a decorative serving bowl. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
04 - In a separate bowl, fold together the sour cream, mini marshmallows, and whipped topping until well combined.
05 - Once the gelatin is fully set, evenly spread the creamy mixture over the top. Chill for at least 1 more hour before serving.
06 - Optionally, garnish with extra mandarin orange segments or a sprinkle of orange zest.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Its the perfect make ahead dish for busy holiday mornings when you want something gorgeous without the stress
- The combination of tangy orange gelatin and creamy topping hits every single craving at once
- Everyone from toddlers to grandparents reaches for seconds and asks for the recipe
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- If you add the creamy topping before the gelatin is completely set, the layers will bleed into each other and you'll lose that beautiful two tone effect
- Drain your canned fruit for at least 5 minutes or pat it gently with paper towels to prevent a watery final texture
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- Use a clear glass dish if possible because that layered orange and cream effect is half the fun of this recipe
- Let your cream cheese soften to room temperature if you're substituting it for some of the sour cream much easier to blend