Description
A nostalgic and delightful dessert combining creamy vanilla jello with tart cherry pie filling, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package vanilla jello
- 1 cup boiling water
- 8 ounces softened cream cheese
- 1 cup Cool Whip
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
- Chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, dissolve one package of vanilla jello in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir until completely dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.
- Once the jello has cooled slightly, blend in 8 ounces of softened cream cheese.
- Gently fold in 1 cup of Cool Whip until fully combined.
- Add 1 cup of mini marshmallows to the mixture, stirring gently.
- Carefully fold in 1 can of cherry pie filling.
- Spoon the mixture into a serving dish, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Once chilled, serve the salad cold, garnished with whipped cream or cherries if desired.
Notes
For a healthier twist, consider using low-fat cream cheese or natural sweeteners. Ensure you allow the jello to cool before mixing to avoid texture issues.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: jello salad, cherry pie, dessert, family gatherings, easy recipes