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Hawaiian Fruit Salad

Creamy Hawaiian Fruit Salad for Your Next Potluck Delight

This Hawaiian Fruit Salad is a delightful crowd-pleaser, blending vibrant fruits with creamy sour cream and sweet orange Jello.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 30 oz Fruit Cocktail For a fresher taste, feel free to use fresh fruit but adjust the sweetness.
  • 20 oz Pineapple Chunks Opt for fruit canned in juice instead of syrup.
  • 8 oz Mandarin Orange Slices Make sure they're well-drained to avoid excess liquid.
  • 10 oz Mini Marshmallows
For the Creamy Coating
  • 24 oz Sour Cream Greek yogurt works wonderfully as a lighter option.
  • 3.4 oz Orange Flavored Gelatin Use the dry gelatin powder directly without dissolving it.

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • whisk
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Drain and dry the fruits, allowing them to sit in a colander for about 4 hours.
  2. Mix the sour cream and orange-flavored gelatin in a large bowl until smooth.
  3. Fold the dried fruits and mini marshmallows into the cream mixture gently.
  4. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or longer for enhanced flavors.
  5. Serve chilled, giving it a gentle stir before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze portions for up to 1 month.

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