7 Up Salad

This 7 Up Salad is a total comfort food classic that is a must-have on every holiday table. When you want to serve a nostalgic dish that is easy to make, this is a tried-and-true recipe you will want to have on hand. Perfect for the holidays!

Every time I make this 7UP Jello Salad, it feels like an old friend coming home. It is a blast from the past, bringing back classic flavors we all love.

It’s one of those nostalgic dishes that brings back memories for everyone around the table! Plus, it only takes twenty minutes to make, so it can be made even on the busiest of days. 

What I Love About This 7UP Salad

• Make-Ahead Recipe: This dish can be prepared beforehand, making it convenient for holiday dinners when you need to focus on other recipes. 
• Simple Ingredients: This recipe uses simple ingredients to create a classic dish. 
• Crowd-Pleaser: Everyone who tries this refreshing dessert loves it!

Ingredients

Filling:

• Crushed pineapple
• Lime gelatin
• Boiling water
• 7UP soda
• Mini marshmallows

Pineapple Custard:

• Granulated sugar
• All-purpose flour
• Egg
• Pineapple juice
• Unsalted butter
• Cool Whip

Topping:

• Maraschino cherries (optional)
• Cool Whip
• Chopped pecans

How To Make 7 Up Salad

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Make the Jello Layer:

1. Drain the pineapple, saving the juice.
2. Dissolve the Jello in boiling water, then stir in the 7UP.
3. Add pineapple and marshmallows, pour into a 9 by 13-inch pan, and chill until set (about two hours).

Make the Pineapple Custard:

1. Mix sugar, flour, egg, and pineapple juice in a saucepan.
2. Heat and whisk until thickened, then stir in butter to melt. Transfer to a bowl to cool. 
3. Fold in Cool Whip for a creamy custard.

Assemble and Chill:

1. Spread the custard over the Jello layer.
2. Top with Cool Whip. 
3. Add pecans, and cherries (optional). Chill until serving.

Equipment

• Large mixing bowl
• Small saucepan
• Whisk
• 13×9-inch pan
• Measuring cups
• Measuring spoons
• Spoon or spatula

Storage 

SERVE: Serve chilled with additional pecans and cherries if desired.

STORE: Store the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. 

FREEZE: This recipe does not freeze well at all.

Recipe FAQs

Can I substitute the Cool Whip?

You can try using homemade whipped cream instead of Cool Whip. However, it may not hold well, so you should serve the dish immediately.

Can I use a different flavor of Jello?

I prefer lime Jello, but you could substitute lemon or another citrus Jello, and it will still have a delicious tangy citrus flavor. Just note that it will alter the overall flavor slightly.

Do I need to grease the pan?

You do not need to grease the pan because the Jello will set in it and not stick to it.

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7 Up Jello Salad

By Jillian Wade

This 7UP Jello Salad is a total comfort food classic that is a must-have on every holiday table. When you want to serve a nostalgic dish that is easy to make, this is a tried-and-true recipe you will want to have on hand.

Prep: 20 minutes mins

Cook: 5 minutes mins

Chill Time: 2 hours hrs

Total: 2 hours hrs 25 minutes mins

Servings: 12 people

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Equipment

• large mixing bowl
• Small saucepan
• whisk
• 13×9-inch pan
• measuring cups
• Measuring spoons
• Spoon or spatula

Ingredients 

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FILLING:

• ▢ 20 ounce can crushed pineapple, drained well, reserve juice
• ▢ 6 ounce lime Jello gelatin
• ▢ 2 cups boiling water
• ▢ 2 cups 7up soda
• ▢ 1 cup mini marshmallows

PINEAPPLE CUSTARD:

• ▢ ½ cup granulated sugar
• ▢ 3 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
• ▢ 1 large egg, slightly beaten
• ▢ Pineapple juice from reserve
• ▢ 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
• ▢ 1 cup Cool Whip

TOPPING:

• ▢ 2 cups Cool Whip
• ▢ 2 Tablespoons chopped pecans
• ▢ Maraschino cherries, optional

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Instructions 

MAKE THE FILLING:

• Drain the pineapple and reserve the juice.
• In a large bowl, combine gelatin and boiling water.
• Stir until completely dissolved, about 2 minutes.
• Add lemon-lime soda and stir until well combined.
• Stir in pineapple and marshmallows.
• Pour the mixture into a 13×9-inch pan.
• Chill in the refrigerator until completely set, about 2 hours.
• While the Jello is setting, you can prepare the topping.

MAKE THE PINEAPPLE CUSTARD:

• Add sugar, flour, beaten egg, and pineapple juice in a small saucepan.
• Whisk constantly over medium heat until thickened.
• Add butter and stir until melted.
• Remove from the heat and transfer to a mixing bowl. Allow the custard to cool for about 30 minutes.
• Fold in whipping topping until the mixture is creamy and combined.

ASSEMBLE AND CHILL:

• Spread the pineapple custard evenly over the set gelatin filling.
• Spread 2 cups of Cool Whip over the top.
• Return to the refrigerator until ready to serve.
• Sprinkle with chopped pecans.
• Serve with maraschino cherries, if you like, for a festive touch.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.75cup, Calories: 212kcal, Carbohydrates: 42g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 4g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 22mg, Sodium: 95mg, Potassium: 95mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 37g, Vitamin A: 136IU, Vitamin C: 4mg, Calcium: 34mg, Iron: 0.4mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

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