Fruit Cocktail Jello Salad: swap the orange jello for tropical fusion jello or island pineapple jello and use this Fruit Cocktail Recipe instead of mandarin oranges.Peach Jello Salad: you can use fresh chopped peaches or you can use canned peaches and drain them.
You can use this exact recipe and make just a few swaps to get a different variation if you’d like. Using Cool Whip is simple, but if you’d like a richer flavor then try making your own whipped cream. Cool Whip: you can prepare a homemade version of stabilized whipped cream or you can use heavy whipping cream to make a traditional whipped cream.If you’d prefer a super smooth orange flavor then swap the pineapple for cottage cheese. Crushed Pineapple: the crushed pineapple takes the place of cottage cheese in this recipe.Orange Jello: I prefer to use regular orange jello, but you can also use sugar-free jello for a slightly less sweet and sugary version.You could use fresh oranges, but it will take you a good bit longer to prepare the dish. Mandarin Oranges: for this recipe, I recommend using canned mandarin oranges that you’ll drain before adding like I do in this Fruit Cocktail Salad.If you’re looking for a replacement for cranberry sauce or want a brilliant red salad for Christmas then try this Cranberry Fluff Salad.
Often these sweet salads are prepared during the summer, but the brilliant orange color and delicious taste make this a great option for Thanksgiving too. Similar to pistachio pudding salad this side is light and highly addictive making it a great option for a traditional addition to any holiday meal. I’m not opposed to cottage cheese, but just like in the Lime Jello Salad I prefer to leave it out. This version is made without cottage cheese and only contains 5 ingredients that you fold together. It makes a delicious pairing with heavy main dishes such as pulled pork, ribs, or even turkey. Initially considered a side dish this jello salad can be served as a dessert too. Whether you’re planning a huge backyard gathering, prepping for a potluck, or entertaining friends this delicious side dish is made in 5 minutes. Sweet gelatin salads, also known as fluff salads are a staple when entertaining a crowd. This side salad can be served as a sweet side dish or even a dessert. It’s made with only 5 ingredients, but without cottage cheese. This light and fluffy Mandarin Orange Jello Salad has a sweet creamsicle flavor and can be made in 5 minutes.