80 Best Jello Salad Recipes
Jello Salads Made with Soda!
- CHERRY COKE SALAD
- CHERRY 7-UP FLUFF
- 7-UP CRANBERRY JELLO
- 7-UP SALAD
- ROOT BEER FLOAT JELLO
- DR. PEPPER SALAD
Check out our 80 Best Jello Salad Recipes – wobbly, vibrant creations that will make your taste buds happy with jiggly joy!
What are Jello salads?
Alright, imagine this: like wiggly pieces of art that jazz up your plate with a burst of color and sweetness! They’re these jiggly concoctions made by mixing fruity Jello with all kinds of playful ingredients like fruits, nuts, and sometimes even sneaky veggies. It’s a bit like a fruity party in a bowl that brings a pop of fun to your meal!
What happened to Jello salads?
Jello salads, those interesting wonders from the mid-20th century, aren’t as big of a food star nowadays. People’s tastes have changed, and we’re into fresher, healthier eats. Maybe the mix of Jello with mayo and other funky stuff isn’t everyone’s jam anymore, but hey, they still bring back some fun memories and might show up at a holiday bash here and there!
Jello Salads Tips
How do you unmold a Jello salad?
Unmolding a Jello is like setting a wiggly wonder free! First, make sure it’s chilled and set—the firmer, the better. Then, take a moment to appreciate your jiggly masterpiece. To free it, gently run a knife along the edges, coaxing it away from the sides. Place a plate on top, flip it over, and give it a little jiggle. Voila! Your wiggly friend is ready to steal the show!
Should I oil my Jello mold?
Sure thing! Giving your Jello mold a little oil hug is like putting on a non-stick superhero cape. It helps your creation break free with ease when it’s time to unmold. A quick spritz or swipe of oil ensures your Jello adventure pops out smoothly, ready to dazzle the crowd!
Can you freeze Jello?
Freezing Jello is a bit like sending it to the chilly time-out zone! While it’s doable, keep in mind that Jello might lose its happy, bouncy texture when it thaws. So, if you’re feeling adventurous and want to see how Jello handles the cold, go for it! Just know it might come out a tad firmer than usual when it thaws.
Can I use a bundt pan instead of a Jello mold?
Absolutely! Swapping a Jello mold for a bundt pan is like giving your wobbly creation a different stage to shine on. The bundt pan adds a touch of flair, creating a ring-shaped masterpiece that’s ready to steal the show. It’s like Jello’s way of saying, “I can rock any pan!”
Helpful Kitchen Equipment for Jello Recipes
- whisks
- rubber spaculas
- casserole dishes with lids
- mixing bowls
- storage bowls with lids
- molds (see fun mold options below)
Fun Jello Molds
3 Pack Non-Stick Flower Shape Silicone Molds
Jello Dessert Mold Tupperware Jel-Ring Serving Mold
Palksky Charlotte Cake Pan Silicone, Nonstick, 8 inch Round Cake Mold
Nonstick Round Fluted Cake Mold 9.8 Inch
Silicone Fluted Mold
3 Pcs Silicone Mold
Bow Tie Flower Mold
Jubilee Mold Pan
Common Ingredients for Gelatin Salads
- flavored gelatin
- Cool Whip
- crushed pineapples
- mandarin oranges
- whipped cream
- fresh strawberries
- heavy cream
JELLO SALADS BY FRUIT
Berry (mixed berries)
1. Berry Jello Pretzel Salad
via Butter with a Side of Bread
2. Fizzy Berries Jello Mold
via Bread Booze Bacon
Blueberry
1. Blueberry Jello Salad
via Simple Side Dishes
2. Blueberry Layered Dessert Jello
via Around My Family Table
3. Blueberry Jello Salad
via Salty Side Dish
4. Blueberry Yogurt Salad Mold
via Jello Mold Mistress
5. Blueberry Salad
via Granny’s in the Kitchen
Cherry
1. Cherry Jello Pretzel Salad
via Delightful eMade
2. Cherry Coke Salad
via Whitney Bond
3. Cherry 7-up Fluff
via The Country Cook
4. Bing Cherry Salad
via Tastes of Lizzy T
Cranberry
1. Layered Cranberry Jello Salad
via Mom on Timeout
2. Cranberry Jello Salad
via Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom
3. Layered Jello
via Amish Heritage
4. 7-up Cranberry Jello
via The Kitchen is My Playground
5. Pecan Cranberry Salad
via Curious Cuisniere
6. Cranberry Celebration Salad Kroger Copycat
via Oh My Sugar High
7. Cranberry Jello Salad
via House of Nash Neats
8. Cranberry Mold
via Plowing Through Life
Lemon
1. Fluffy Lemon Jello Salad
via Dessert Now Dinner Later
2. Creamy Lemon Jello
via Butter With a Side of Bread
3. Lemon Jello Salad
via Fried Dandelions
Lemon Lime
1. Lemon Lime Creamsicle Jello
via Cook and Craft Me Crazy
2. Lemon Lime Jello Salad
via Mom on Timeout
3. Sea Breeze Salad
via Food.com
Lime
1. Lime Jello Salad with Cream Cheese
via Finding Zest
2. Lime Dinner Jello
via Ashlee Marie
3. Lime Green Jello Cottage Cheese Salad
via Homecooking Memories
4. 7-up Salad
via Granny’s in the Kitchen
5. Creamy Lime Jello
via Homemade Hooplah
6. Retro Seafoam Salad
via The Kitchen Magpie
Mixed Fruit
1. Cherry Pineapple Jello Salad
via Mom Spark
2. Sunshine Salad
via Lana’s Cooking
3. Lime Pineapple Fluff
via Bunny’s Warm Oven
4. Red Hot Jello Salad
via Love Bakes Good Cakes
5. Raspberry Cranberry Jello Salad
via Mama Gourmand
6. Lemon Lime Pear Jello Salad
via Purely Katie
Orange
1. Orange Gelatin Pretzel Salad
via Taste of Home
2. Orange Jello Salad
via Plowing Through Life
3. Orange Creamsicle Salad
via Spaceships and Laser Beams
4. Tropical Orange Jello Salad
via Mom on Timeout
5. Orange Fluff Salad
via Finding Zest
6. Cottage Cheese Orange Jello Salad
via The Shortcut Kitchen
7. Orange Sherbet Jello Salad
via Recipe Girl
Peach
1. Peaches and Cream Pretzel Salad
via Delightful eMade
2. Millionaire Peach Salad
via Spicy Southern Kitchen
Pear
1. Creamy Peach Jello Salad
via The Food Charlatan
Pineapple
1. Pineapple Pretzel Salad
via The Cookie Rookie
2.Classic Pineapple Jello Salad
via The Kitchen is My Playground
3. Creamy Pineapple Lemon Jello
via Butter with a Side of Bread
4. Spiced Peach Jello Salad
via Cooking Bride
Raspberry
1. Raspberry Pretzel Salad
via I Wash You Dry
2. Raspberry Layered Jello Salad
via Norine’s Nest
3. Raspberry Vanilla Jello Salad
via Butter with a Side of Bread
4. Raspberry Cream Cheese Jello Salad
via Six Sisters Stuff
5. Raspberry Jello Fluff
via Mom’s Dinner
6. Creamy Raspberry Jello Parfaits
via Amanda’s Cookin
7. Raspberry Cheesecake Jello
via Butter with a Side of Bread
8. Snowy Raspberry Gelatin Mold
via Taste of Home
9. Polly’s Pink Stuff Raspberry Jello Mold
via Lana’s Cooking
Strawberry
1. Strawberry Pretzel Jello Salad
via Salty Side Dish
2. Strawberry Jello Salad
via It is a Keeper
3. Strawberry Cheesecake Salad
via Flavor Mosaic
4. Strawberry Fluff Salad
via Tammilee Tips
5. Strawberry Jello Cottage Cheese Salad
via Flour on My Fingers
6. Strawberry Lime Pretzel Salad
via Taste of Home
7. Strawberry Jello Parfaits
via Butter with a Side of Bread
8. Strawberry Jello Cream Cheese Bundt
via Amira Pantry
9. Strawberry Chocolate Jello Mold
via Pint Sized Baker
Other
1. Easy Mosaic Jello
via It is a Keeper
2. Layered Ribbon Jello Salad
via Two Healthy Kitchens
3. Triple Layer Christmas Jello
via House of Nash Eats
4. Mexican Jello
via M.A. Kitchen
5. Root Beer Float Jello
via Pint Sized Baker
6. Tropical Jello Pretzel Salad
via Butter with a Side of Bread
7. Patriotic Layered Jello Salad
via Butter with a Side of Bread
8. Sparkling Jello Salad
via Simply Side Dishes
9. Dr Pepper Jello Salad
via Spend with Pennies
10. Cottage Cheese Jello Salad
via Live Laugh Rowe
11. Rainbow Jello Mold
via The Domestic Rebel
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