Layered Blueberry Jello Salad with Cream Cheese Topping
📜 Collection: UK3 | ✍️ Attribution: Unknown | 📂 Category: Desserts A classic make-ahead Jello salad featuring a layer of strawberry and raspberry Jello packed with pineapple and blueberries, all topped with a sweet and tangy cream cheese frosting. This vintage recipe is perfect for potlucks and must be prepared in advance to ensure a firm set.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 mins | 0 mins | 4 hours | 9–12 Servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Electric mixer
- 9x13 inch pan
- Rubber spatula
Ingredients
Jello Layer
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (3 oz) pkg | Strawberry Jello | powdered |
| 1 (3 oz) pkg | Raspberry Jello | powdered |
| 2 Cups | Boiling Water | hot |
| 1 (20 oz) can | Crushed Pineapple in own juice | undrained |
| 1 (12 oz) bag | Frozen Blueberries | frozen |
Topping
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (8 oz) pkg | Cream Cheese | softened |
| 1 (8 oz) container | Sour Cream | standard |
| To taste | Sugar | granulated |
| 1 tsp | Vanilla | optional |
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Jello Base
- In a large bowl, dissolve the 1 (3 oz) pkg strawberry Jello and 1 (3 oz) pkg raspberry Jello in 2 cups boiling water, stirring until completely clear.
- Stir in the 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple in own juice and the 1 (12 oz) bag frozen blueberries until evenly distributed.
- Pour the mixture into a 9x13 inch pan and refrigerate until completely firm and set to the touch.
Step 2: Prepare and Assemble Topping
- Using an electric mixer, blend the 1 (8 oz) pkg cream cheese, 1 (8 oz) container sour cream, and sugar to taste until the mixture is smooth and creamy; stir in 1 tsp vanilla if using.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the firm Jello layer like frosting.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour before cutting into squares and serving on a bed of lettuce.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: This salad must be prepared at least one day in advance to allow the Jello to set completely before adding the topping.
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