Cherry Pineapple Jello
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Cherry Pineapple Jello
Description
This recipe begins by dissolving cherry gelatin powder in boiling water, then folding in cherry pie filling and crushed pineapple with its juice. This fruity mixture is poured into a pan and refrigerated until fully set, forming a firm jelly layer. Separately, instant vanilla pudding is whisked with cold milk and allowed to begin thickening.
Whipped heavy cream sweetened lightly with powdered sugar is then folded into the pudding to create a light, creamy topping. This layer is spread evenly over the set gelatin and refrigerated again to firm up before slicing and serving. The layering balances the sweet, tart fruit flavors with a creamy vanilla topping.
The use of store-bought canned fillings and pudding mix simplifies preparation while still delivering an enjoyable dessert with contrasting textures. It is best served chilled.
Ingredients
- 6 ounces cherry gelatin mix 1 large box or 2 small boxes
- 2 cups water boiling
- 21 ounces cherry pie filling
- 20 ounces pineapple do not drain, crushed
- 1 (3.4-ounce) box vanilla pudding mix instant
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Add the cherry jello into 2 cups of boiling water, stirring for 1 minute until dissolved. Add the cherry pie filling and crushed pineapple with its juices and stir to combine.
- Pour into a 9x13-inch pan and carefully transfer to the fridge to set for 3-4 hours.
- In a large bowl, whisk the vanilla pudding powder with the cold milk for 1 minute, then let it sit for 2 minutes to set up.
- Meanwhile, beat the heavy cream with a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment until soft peaks form. Add the powdered sugar and continue to beat until stiff peaks form, but be careful not to overbeat and turn it into butter.
- Fold the whipped cream into the vanilla pudding until combined. Spread evenly over the set jello, then refrigerate until ready to slice and serve.
Notes
- Use store-bought cherry pie filling for convenience, or substitute with homemade pie filling if available for a fresher taste.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 18servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 174 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 174kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 30g | 10% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 19mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 96mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 103mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 19g | 38% |
| Vitamin A | 300IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 34mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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