Ingredients
6 ounce package orange gelatin
2 3-ounce packages vanilla cook and serve pudding mix
4 cups hot water
8 ounces Cool Whip
16-ounce can mandarin oranges, drained
Instructions
- Combine the orange gelatin, vanilla pudding mix, and hot water in a large saucepan.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring frequently.
- Continue boiling and stirring for about 5 minutes, or until the mixture turns a clear orange color.
- Pour the mixture into a large bowl and chill overnight, or until set (approximately 4 hours).
- Once chilled, combine the Cool Whip with the gelatin-pudding mixture using a potato masher for a smooth blend.
- Gently fold in the mandarin oranges, being careful not to break them apart.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- Store leftover Mandarin Orange Jello Salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- This salad is best served chilled and is not suitable for freezing, as the texture may change once thawed.
- Feel free to mix in other fruits such as pineapple, berries, or sliced bananas for a variety of flavors.
- If you want a different flavor profile, try using other gelatin flavors like strawberry, peach, or raspberry.
- For a lighter version, use light or sugar-free versions of the gelatin, pudding mix, and Cool Whip.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Boiling, Chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8th of the recipe
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
