Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1 unit

lemon jello

2 cup

7-Up

1 cup

crushed pineapple

strained

1 cup

miniature marshmallows

0.5 cup

sugar

1 unit

egg

2 cup

boiling water

4 unit

bananas

sliced

2 tbsp

flour

1 cup

pineapple juice

Step 1
~15 min

In a large bowl, mix lemon jello with boiling water until dissolved.

Step 2
~15 min

Add 7-Up to the jello mixture and stir well.

Step 3
~15 min

Refrigerate the jello mixture until it starts to slightly jell.

Step 4
~15 min

Gently fold in crushed pineapple, miniature marshmallows, and sliced bananas.

Step 5
~15 min

Pour the mixture into a serving dish and refrigerate until the jello is completely set.

Step 6
~15 min

In a saucepan, whisk together sugar, flour, egg, and pineapple juice.

Step 7
~15 min

Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens.

Step 8
~15 min

Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.

Step 9
~15 min

Stir in butter until melted and well combined.

Step 10
~15 min

Gently fold in non-dairy topping (or whipped cream if preferred).

Step 11
~15 min

Spread the topping evenly over the set jello salad.

Step 12
~15 min

Refrigerate the salad until chilled before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a layer of graham cracker crumbs to the bottom of the dish for added texture.

Chill the serving dish before adding the jello to help it set faster.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Yes, can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Quiet
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled as a dessert or side dish.

Pairs well with grilled chicken or pork.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken
Pork tenderloin

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Common potluck dish

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer gatherings
Holiday potlucks

Occasion Tags

Potluck
Summer party
Holiday gathering

Popularity Score

65/100