Description
This nostalgic fruit-and-Jell-O dish is sweet, creamy, and perfect for potlucks or summer picnics, with fresh strawberries, mini marshmallows, and crushed pineapple.
Ingredients
- 1 package (3 oz) strawberry Jell-O (or strawberry-flavored gelatin)
- 2 cups boiling water
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced (hulled)
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup whipped topping (thawed if frozen)
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, well drained
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- In a heatproof bowl, pour 2 cups boiling water over the strawberry Jell-O. Stir continuously until the powder is fully dissolved (about 1–2 minutes).
- Stir in 1 cup cold water. Cover and place the bowl in the refrigerator. Chill for 20–30 minutes until the mixture begins to thicken to a syrupy consistency.
- When the gelatin is slightly thickened, gently fold in the sliced strawberries, drained crushed pineapple, and mini marshmallows.
- Fold in the whipped topping a little at a time, folding gently until evenly incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture to a serving dish or individual cups. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2–3 hours until firmly set.
Notes
For a lighter version, use reduced-fat whipped topping or Greek yogurt. To make the salad vegan, replace gelatin with agar-agar, and use vegan marshmallows and whipped topping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American