Blueberry Jell-O Salad
Blueberry Jell-O Salad is a vibrant, fruity dessert made with layers of blueberry gelatin, crushed pineapple, blueberry pie filling, and fresh blueberries, topped with a creamy, sweetened cream cheese layer. Perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or holidays, this refreshing and colorful treat is easy to prepare, make-ahead friendly, and sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
For the Blueberry JELL-O Salad you will need:
- 1 16-ounce can of crushed pineapple (drain and reserve the juice)
- 1 cup of boiling water
- 2 boxes 3 ounces each of grape or berry-blue JELL-O gelatin (sugar-free can be substituted)
- 1 16-ounce can of blueberry pie filling
- ½ cup of fresh blueberries washed
- ¼ cup of chopped pecans
For the Cream Cheese Topping gather:
- 1 8-ounce package of cream cheese, softened and chopped into blocks
- ½ cup of granulated sugar
- 8 ounces of sour cream
- 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the JELL-O Layer: Dissolve JELL-O gelatin in boiling water. Stir in reserved pineapple juice. Add crushed pineapple, blueberry pie filling, fresh blueberries, and pecans. Pour mixture into a 9x13-inch dish and refrigerate until set (about 4 hours).
- Make the Cream Cheese Topping: Beat softened cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth. Add sour cream and vanilla extract; mix until fluffy.
- Assemble and Chill: Spread the cream cheese mixture over the set JELL-O layer. Refrigerate for another hour before serving.
- Serve: Slice into squares or scoop to serve. Garnish with extra blueberries or pecans if desired.