In the depths of our memories of the dining table, there is always a dessert with bright colors and a dense texture that is unforgettable. Lime Jelly Salad is such a classic that combines retro and modern flavors. It not only carries the warmth of family gatherings, but also brings new vitality with its novel methods.
Ingredients

- Lime-flavored Jello powder (6 ounces)
- Water (1 cup)
- Canned pineapple, juice reserved (20 ounces, crushed)
- Pineapple juice (1 cup, from can)
- Cream cheese (8 ounces, softened)
- Lemon-flavored soda (such as 7-Up, 1 cup)
- Frozen whipped cream (8 ounces, thawed)
Optional additions
- Chopped walnuts or pecans (1 cup)
- Small marshmallows (2 cups)
- Cream cheese (1 cup)
- Canned oranges (1 cup)
Steps

1. Prepare the pan
Lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking pan with nonstick spray and set aside.
2. Dissolve the Jello
Combine 1 cup water with 1 cup pineapple juice and heat until boiling. Pour into a medium bowl and add the Jello powder and stir until completely dissolved. Let cool for about 10 minutes.
3. Whip the cheese
Put the softened cream cheese in a large bowl and beat with an electric whisk until smooth and free of lumps. Scrape the bowl several times to make sure there are no lumps.
4. Mix the jelly and cheese
Slowly pour the cooled jelly into the cream cheese and stir to combine.

5. Add soda and pineapple
Slowly pour in the lemon soda and continue stirring to combine. Add the crushed pineapple and stir until combined.
6. Mix the cream
Add the thawed whipped cream and gently stir until smooth. You can add optional ingredients at this point if you like.
7. Refrigerate to set
Pour the mixture into the prepared mold, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours until completely set.
Tips and variations

- The cream cheese needs to be whipped thoroughly to avoid a grainy texture.
- Only use canned pineapple to avoid the enzymes in fresh pineapple affecting the solidification of the jelly.
- Can be made one day in advance for better flavor.
- It is not recommended to freeze it, the taste will deteriorate after thawing.
- The remaining salad can be refrigerated for 5 days.
Taste and mouthfeel
The lime jelly salad brings a rich taste experience with its light lemon fragrance, mellow cheese and bubbling soda. Every bite is a fusion of childhood and modernity, with both nostalgic warmth and innovative lightness.
This lime jelly salad is not only suitable for family gatherings and holiday tables, but also a bright spot in daily life. Whether it is a dessert or a snack, it can evoke people’s memories of good times. If it is made with care, you can taste extraordinary happiness in the ordinary.