Description
Orange Creamsicle Salad is a delightful dessert that combines the sweet and tangy flavors of oranges with a creamy texture, perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (3 oz) creamsicle-flavored gelatin
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 can (15 oz) mandarin oranges, drained
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup whipped cream (or 1 cup heavy cream, whipped)
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients.
- In a mixing bowl, dissolve the creamsicle-flavored gelatin in 1 cup of boiling water.
- Add 1 cup of cold water to the gelatin mixture and allow it to cool to room temperature.
- In a large bowl, gently fold together the mandarin oranges, crushed pineapple, and mini marshmallows.
- Pour the cooled gelatin over the fruit mixture and stir gently.
- Carefully fold in the whipped cream until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture into a serving bowl or individual cups and cover with plastic wrap.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours until set.
- Garnish with shredded coconut if desired and serve chilled.
Notes
- Fresh mandarin oranges are ideal for the best flavor.
- Consider adding sliced bananas or strawberries for extra flavor.
- For a healthier version, use sugar-free gelatin and Greek yogurt instead of whipped cream.
- Can be made ahead of time for convenience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Orange Creamsicle Salad, dessert, summer salad, refreshing salad