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Lemon Pineapple Jello with Pineapple Whipped Cream Topping

Lemon Pineapple Jell-O with Pineapple Whipped Cream Topping is a light and refreshing slice of vintage wonderfulness!  The deliciously sweet and citrusy stuff can be served as a salad or a dessert and served with or without the chopped walnuts on top.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 271 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Lemon Pineapple Jell-O
  • 2 (3-ounce) boxes lemon jello (or 1 large box)
  • 4 cups water, divided
  • 1 cup miniature marshmallows
  • 1 (20-ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained with juice reserved
Pineapple Whipped Cream Topping
  • Reserved juice from the can of crushed pineapple
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 Tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/4 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions

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  1. Heat 2 cups of water to boiling by microwaving in a large glass bowl for 4-5 minutes. Stir in contents of the Jell-O package until it dissolves. Separate the pineapple juice from the crushed pineapple by draining the juice into a small saucepan and setting aside for later.
  2. Add marshmallows to the hot lemon Jell-O and stir until dissolved, then stir in the crushed pineapple. Stir in 2 additional cups of cold water, and pour into a large rectangular glass dish. Transfer the Jell-O to the fridge and allow to set completely, about 3-4 hours.
  3. While the Jell-O is setting up in the fridge, prepare the pineapple whipped cream topping by whisking the beaten egg, flour, and 1/4 cup sugar with the reserved pineapple juice in a small saucepan and heating over medium-low heat, whisking constantly, until the sauce begins to thicken, about 4 to 6 minutes. Remove from heat and cool completely.
  4. In another bowl, beat the heavy cream with an electric mixer on high speed, gradually adding the additional 2-3 tablespoons of sugar and vanilla, until whipped cream forms and holds its shape when beaters are removed.
  5. Fold the cooled pineapple juice mixture into the whipped cream until combined, then spread over the completely set Jell-O. Sprinkle with the chopped walnuts and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Information

Calories 271kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 28g (9%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Polyunsaturated Fat 10g Cholesterol 44mg (15%) Sodium 53mg (2%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 23g (46%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 271

% Daily Value*

Calories 271kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 28g 9%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10g 59%
Cholesterol 44mg 15%
Sodium 53mg 2%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 23g 46%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.