Description
Cottage Cheese Jello Salad is a creamy, fruity, no-bake dessert salad made with cottage cheese, flavored gelatin, whipped topping, and crushed fruit. This retro favorite is light, fluffy, and perfect for potlucks, holiday dinners, or a quick sweet treat.
Ingredients
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1 container (16 oz) cottage cheese
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1 package (3 oz) flavored Jello gelatin (any flavor)
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1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip), thawed
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1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
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1 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
- ½ cup chopped fruit or nuts (optional, e.g., mandarin oranges or pecans)
Instructions
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Mix Cottage Cheese and Jello: In a large mixing bowl, stir together cottage cheese and dry Jello powder until combined.
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Add Fruit and Marshmallows: Fold in the crushed pineapple, marshmallows, and any additional mix-ins.
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Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently mix in whipped topping until the salad is smooth and fluffy.
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Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
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Serve: Spoon into bowls or serve as a side or desser
Notes
For extra texture, add chopped nuts or colorful mini marshmallows.Works well with lime, orange, or cherry Jello.Chill overnight for best flavor blending.