Mandarin Orange Jello Salad
A vibrant, nostalgic salad featuring orange gelatin, creamy pudding, and mandarin oranges, all topped with Cool Whip.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 240 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (6-ounce) package orange gelatin
- 2 (3-ounce) packages vanilla cook and serve pudding mix
- 4 cups hot water
- 8 ounces Cool Whip
- 1 (16-ounce) can mandarin oranges (drained)
Instructions
- Dissolve the gelatin by boiling 4 cups of water and pouring it over the orange gelatin in a mixing bowl, stirring until fully dissolved.
- Add the pudding mix and stir well to combine, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Cool the mixture at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
- Fold in the Cool Whip gently until combined.
- Incorporate the drained mandarin oranges, folding them in carefully.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Serve the salad in bowls, optionally garnishing with extra mandarin oranges or mint.
Notes
For variations, try adding fresh berries, crushed pineapple, or nuts for added crunch. Make ahead for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: jello salad, orange salad, dessert, nostalgic recipes, family gatherings