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    Home » Side Dishes

    Thanksgiving Jello

    Published: Nov 27, 2012 by Kristin 2 Comments

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    If you love Jell-O, you’ll love this Thanksgiving Jello! Black Cherry Jell-O with pineapple chunks throughout and an incredible cream cheese frosting! Perfect for any occasion!

    black cherry jello with pineapple throughout and an incredible cream cheese frosting

    This recipe is one that my mom has always made our family every Thanksgiving.

    It is one of our favorite parts of the feast and we look forward to it each year. We call it “Thanksgiving Jello”, but truth is, you can make it any day of the year. It’s delicious!!

    Black cherry Jello combined with pineapple bits and topped with an incredible cream cheese frosting! Serve at Thanksgiving or any occasion you desire!

    If you are making this to get served at your Thanksgiving feast, feel free to prepare it ahead of time! This can be made up to two days ahead, covered, and stored in the refrigerator until ready to enjoy!

    *If you can’t find black cherry jello, you can also use cherry in its place. It slightly changes the taste, but will still be a favorite with everyone!

    cream cheese frosting spread over black cherry jello served for thanksgiving or any occasion

    Ingredients Needed for this Thanksgiving Jello:

    Black Cherry Jello
    Boiling Water
    Crushed Pineapple 
    Blueberry Pie Filling

    Frosting:

    Cream Cheese
    Sour Cream
    Sugar
    Chopped Nuts (optional)

    How to prepare:

    Mix Jell-O with boiling water in a 9×13 glass pan.

    Add in pineapple and pie filling into the Jello mixture and mix in well.

    Chill until set.

    While setting, mix cream cheese, sour cream, and sugar together in small bowl.

    Once Jello is set, spread frosting on top and sprinkle nuts on top.

    Chill in refrigerator until serving!

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    If you’re looking for a refreshing sweet addition to any meal, this Thanksgiving Jello is just the thing to make! Print or save the recipe below and be sure to give this a try!

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    Thanksgiving Jello

    If you love Jell-O, you'll love this Thanksgiving Jello! Black Cherry Jell-O with pineapple chunks throughout and an incredible cream cheese frosting! Perfect for any occasion!
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time2 hrs
    Total Time2 hrs 10 mins
    Course: Dessert, Side Dish
    Keyword: cream cheese frosting, jello, jello salad
    Servings: 12
    Calories: 231kcal
    Author: The Cookin' Chicks

    Equipment

    • Mixing Bowls
    • 9x13 baking pan

    Ingredients

    Jello

    • 2 boxes Black Cherry Jello 3 oz. boxes
    • 2 cups water *boiling
    • 15 oz crushed pineapple *do not drain
    • 1 can blueberry pie filling *21 oz can

    Frosting

    • 8 oz cream cheese
    • 8 oz sour cream
    • 1/4 cup sugar
    • 1/2 cup nuts *chopped, optional

    Instructions

    • Mix jello with boiling water in a 9×13 glass pan.
    • Add in pineapple and pie filling into the jello mixture and mix in well. 
    • Chill until set.
    • While setting, mix cream cheese, sour cream, and sugar together in small bowl. 
    • Once jello is set, spread frosting on top and sprinkle nuts on top.
    • Chill in refrigerator until serving!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 134mg | Potassium: 130mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 390IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 1mg
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