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April 10, 2017 Desserts

Strawberry Jello Fruit Salad

Easy Strawberry Jello Fruit Salad is a retro recipe that’s perfect for spring and summer holidays, parties and potlucks. ย You’ll love this foamy pink treat!

easy strawberry jello fruit salad retro recipe

I found this fun retro strawberry Jello salad among my grandmother’s old recipes, although it was actually in my mom’s writing. The weird thing is that I don’t ever remember her making this. I know I’ve had a similar Jello salad before — probably at a church potluck or something like that. So, I asked my parents about it, and they both agreed that my mom probably got the recipe from my grandma but never made it herself.

It’s not that we never had Jello — We definitely did. But it was usually served plain, without fruit. I’ve never been a big fan of fruit in Jello, so plain was fine with me!

But last year, I made strawberry pretzel salad and a lime Jello salad that was one of the Hubs’ favorite dessert salads when he was growing up, and I actually liked it. So, I knew this strawberry Jello salad would be just as good. And actually, it’s even better!

strawberry jello fruit salad foamy pink dessert

This strawberry Jello fruit salad is definitely more of a dessert salad. It’s pink, sweet and kind of foamy. And it’s loaded with strawberries, which is always a good thing! It’s also super easy to make.

Basically, you just start out like you’re making regular Jello. You mix the gelatin with hot and cold water, and then you put it into the fridge to thicken up a little bit. Then, you stir in frozen strawberries, which helps the mixture to firm up.

Next, you use a wire whisk to whip the mix until it resembles broken-up Jello, and then, you gently fold in whipped topping. Keep it in the fridge until you’re ready to eat, and that’s it!

I know it’s not a healthy salad recipe, but hey, it does have fruit! And besides, I’m a sucker for vintage recipes — when you make them and taste them, it’s like stepping back in time. Who’s with me on that?!

strawberry jello fruit salad with whipped topping

How to Make Strawberry Jello Fruit Salad

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easy strawberry jello fruit salad retro recipe
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Strawberry Jello Fruit Salad
Prep Time
10 mins
 

Strawberry Jello Fruit Salad is a light, foamy pink retro recipe made with strawberries, whipped topping and Jello. It's perfect for spring and summer holidays, parties and potlucks!

Servings: 12
Calories: 12 kcal
Author: Dee
Ingredients
  • 1 6-ounce package Strawberry Jello
  • 2 cups hot water
  • 1 3/4 cup cold water
  • 1 8-ounce package whipped topping
  • 1 pound frozen strawberries, halved
Instructions
  1. In a large casserole dish, mix the Jello with hot water and cold water until completely dissolved

  2. Refrigerate for about 1/2 hour, or until Jello starts to thicken

  3. Stir in frozen strawberries, and whip with a wire whisk until mixture is thick and resembles broken-up Jello

  4. Fold in whipped topping, smooth top of mixture, and refrigerate until ready to serve

Recipe Notes

Save money, and make your own frozen strawberries by slicing fresh strawberries, transferring to a large zip-top freezer bag and placing in freezer until frozen!

There is no cooking involved in this recipe, but there are refrigeration times, so it takes about one hour for it to be ready.

My family scarfed this strawberry Jello fruit salad down like there was no tomorrow — they loved it! It’s perfect for Easter, Mother’s Day, potlucks or any spring or summer gathering.

I hope you enjoy it as much as we did. And if you grew up with this retro salad, let me know.

Happy Cooking,

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  • Strawberry Pretzel SaladStrawberry Pretzel Salad
  • Orange Jello Fruit SaladOrange Jello Fruit Salad
  • Easy Ambrosia Fruit SaladEasy Ambrosia Fruit Salad
  • Easy Three Bean SaladEasy Three Bean Salad

Categories: Desserts Tags: Jello, retro recipes, salad, strawberries

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Comments

  1. Stephanie says

    April 10, 2017 at 10:03 am

    My kids would definitely love this fun salad!

    Reply
  2. Cathy Pollak says

    April 10, 2017 at 11:19 am

    I love a good jello salad!

    Reply
  3. Jen says

    April 10, 2017 at 11:52 am

    This looks so fun and delicious! I’m a sucker for vintage recipes too.

    Reply
  4. Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

    April 10, 2017 at 4:17 pm

    Such a classic, I love Jello salads like this!

    Reply
  5. Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious says

    April 10, 2017 at 6:44 pm

    This is so perfect for all of those family get togethers coming up!

    Reply
  6. Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says

    April 11, 2017 at 10:04 am

    Strawberry jello is my favorite! This salad looks great!

    Reply
  7. Catalina @ Peas & Peonies says

    April 11, 2017 at 10:24 am

    Strawberry dessert is my favourite! This salad looks fantastic!

    Reply
  8. Miz Helen says

    April 24, 2017 at 1:29 pm

    Congratulations!
    Your post is featured on Full Plate Thursday and pinned to our Features board. Thanks so much for sharing with us and enjoy your new Red Plate!
    Miz Helen

    Reply
  9. Gloria Timmons says

    March 25, 2018 at 3:21 pm

    Are you using fresh strawberries for the garnish?

    Reply
    • Dee says

      March 25, 2018 at 11:07 pm

      Yes. I used sliced fresh strawberries on top.

      Reply
  10. Gloria Timmons says

    March 25, 2018 at 3:23 pm

    Can you add a layer of cool whip on top before you add the garnish of strawberries?

    Reply
    • Dee says

      March 25, 2018 at 11:13 pm

      Definitely! That sounds good to me! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  11. Linda Cooley says

    March 30, 2018 at 12:46 pm

    6 oz jello? Is that correct?

    Reply
    • Dee says

      March 30, 2018 at 1:23 pm

      Yes — 6-ounce box of Jello. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  12. Gwen says

    March 31, 2018 at 7:02 am

    Sounds so yummy! Can this be made a day ahead?

    Reply
    • Dee says

      March 31, 2018 at 1:36 pm

      Yes. I’ve made it the day before, and it was fine. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  13. Pam says

    March 31, 2018 at 2:42 pm

    This may be a silly question but should this be covered with saran wrap in the fridge? ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • Dee says

      April 1, 2018 at 7:35 pm

      It doesn’t need to be covered, but you can if you want. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply

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