A classic make-ahead layered Jello salad with a creamy, tangy topping that’s perfect for potlucks.

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Recipe

Jello Layer

MeasurementsIngredients
1 - 3 oz. pkg.Strawberry Jello
1 - 3 oz. pkg.Raspberry Jello
2 CupsBoiling Water
1 - 20 oz. canCrushed Pineapple in own juice
1 - 12 oz. bagFrozen Blueberries

Topping

MeasurementsIngredients
1 - 8 oz. pkg.Cream Cheese, softened
1 - 8 oz. pkg.Sour Cream
Sugar to taste
Vanilla (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, dissolve the strawberry and raspberry Jello powders in 2 cups of boiling water.
  2. Stir in the can of crushed pineapple (with juice) and the bag of frozen blueberries.
  3. Pour the mixture into a 9x13 inch pan and refrigerate until completely firm.
  4. For the topping, blend the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and sugar to taste until smooth. (Add vanilla, if desired).
  5. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the firm Jello layer like frosting.
  6. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Cut into squares and serve on lettuce.

Note

This salad must be prepared ahead to allow the Jello to set completely before adding the topping.