Layered Strawberry, Pineapple, and Banana Jello Salad
📜 Collection: UK3 | ✍️ Attribution: Unknown | 📂 Category: Desserts A classic layered Jello salad featuring a tangy sour cream center sandwiched between layers of strawberry Jello packed with strawberries, pineapple, and bananas.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 mins | 5 mins | 6 hours | 12-15 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Spatula
- Measuring cups
Ingredients
Fruit Jello Layers
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2 packages (3 oz each) | Strawberry Jello | powder |
| 2 Cups | Boiling Water | hot |
| 2 packages (10 oz each) | Frozen Strawberries | thawed |
| 1 large can (20 oz) | Crushed Pineapple | undrained |
| 3 | Bananas | ripe, sliced |
Filling
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1/2 pint (1 cup) | Sour Cream | chilled |
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Base Jello Mixture
- In a large bowl, dissolve the 2 packages strawberry Jello in the 2 cups boiling water, stirring for 2 minutes until fully dissolved.
Step 2: Combine Fruit and Chill First Layer
- Add the 2 packages frozen strawberries to the hot Jello and stir until they are thawed and the mixture is cool.
- Stir in the 1 large can crushed pineapple and the 3 bananas.
- Pour half of this Jello mixture into a large dish (a 9x13 inch pan works well).
- Place the dish in the refrigerator and chill until the layer is firm and set (at least 1-2 hours).
Step 3: Add Cream Layer and Final Chill
- Once the first layer is set, carefully spread the 1/2 pint sour cream evenly over the top.
- Gently pour the remaining fruit and Jello mixture over the sour cream layer.
- Return to the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 more hours, or overnight, until the entire salad is completely firm and set.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Do not freeze.
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