Creamy Cottage Cheese and Pineapple Jello Salad

📜 Collection: UK3 | ✍️ Attribution: Unknown | 📂 Category: Desserts A classic no-bake fluff salad featuring a clever shortcut of mixing dry gelatin powder directly into a creamy base of cottage cheese and pineapple. This tangy, sweet treat sets up in the refrigerator for a refreshing dessert.


Prep TimeCook TimeInactive / Chill TimeYield / Servings
10 mins0 mins2-4 hours8 servings

🔪 Key Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Silicone spatula

Ingredients

MeasurementsIngredientsPrep / Notes
2 CupsCottage CheeseStandard
2 CupsPineapple BitsWell-drained
2 CupsCool WhipThawed
1 Pkg. (3 oz)Dry JelloAny flavor like orange, strawberry, or lime

Instructions

Step 1: Combine Base

  1. In a large bowl, combine the 2 Cups cottage cheese, 2 Cups pineapple bits, and 2 Cups Cool Whip. Stir until the mixture is uniform and creamy.

Step 2: Incorporate Gelatin

  1. Sprinkle the 1 Pkg. dry jello powder directly over the mixture.
  2. Stir thoroughly until the dry jello is evenly distributed and no dry spots remain.

Step 3: Chill and Set

  1. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2-4 hours until the mixture is set, chilled, and the flavors have melded together.

💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: This salad is best made at least 4 hours in advance to allow the gelatin to dissolve and the texture to set properly. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.


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