Description
A delightful dessert that blends sweetness and creaminess, perfect for family gatherings and potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package Vanilla Jello
- 2 cups hot water
- 1 cup cold water
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 8 ounces Cool Whip
- 1 can Cherry Pie Filling
- Chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Dissolve the Jello: In a mixing bowl, pour the vanilla Jello powder and add 2 cups of hot water. Stir until completely dissolved.
- Add Cold Water: Pour in 1 cup of cold water to the dissolved Jello and mix well.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese: In a separate bowl, beat 8 ounces of softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Combine Jello and Cream Cheese: Gradually add the prepared Jello into the cream cheese, blending until smooth.
- Fold in the Cool Whip: Gently fold in 8 ounces of Cool Whip until just combined.
- Add Cherry Pie Filling: Stir in the cherry pie filling until evenly distributed.
- Chill and Serve: Transfer to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
For a healthier version, consider using Greek yogurt instead of cream cheese and sugar-free Jello.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: jello salad, dessert, cherry pie filling, easy recipes, potluck
