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Orange Dreamsicle Salad: A Nostalgic Delight

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  • Author: cozykitcheneats
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Orange Dreamsicle Salad is a nostalgic, creamy dessert salad made with orange Jell-O, whipped topping, mandarin oranges, and marshmallows. A sweet and citrusy treat perfect for potlucks, holidays, or summer gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 box (3 oz) orange Jell-O
  • 1/2 cup boiling water
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
  • 1 (11 oz) can mandarin oranges, drained
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, dissolve orange Jell-O in boiling water. Stir in cold water and chill in the fridge for about 15–20 minutes, until slightly thickened but not fully set.
  2. Whisk in the dry vanilla pudding mix until smooth. Chill for another 10 minutes.
  3. Fold in whipped topping until fully combined.
  4. Gently stir in mandarin oranges and mini marshmallows.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld and salad to thicken.

Notes

  • Add crushed pineapple for extra tropical flavor.
  • Top with additional oranges or whipped cream before serving for presentation.
  • Keep refrigerated until ready to serve—best enjoyed cold.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 26g
  • Sodium: 160mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg