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    Grape Jello Salad (Amish Dreamsicle Salad)

    04/22/2023 by Anna 2 Comments

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    Dreamsicle Salad Recipe with Grape Jello

    Dreamsicle Grape Jello Salad is a delightful dish that combines the fruity flavor of grape Jello with the creamy texture of cream cheese and Cool Whip. It's a classic recipe that's perfect for any occasion.

    This salad can be made ahead of time and is perfect for potlucks or family gatherings. Serve this delightful salad in a clear bowl to show off the beautiful light purple color. Or for an elegant touch, consider making it in a jello mold.

    Dreamsicle grape jello salad in a mold

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    Dreamsicle Salad

    A search on the internet for Dreamsicle Salad produces lots of recipes for orange Jello salad. And dreamsicle or creamsicle are used interchangeably for the same type of orange-flavored jello salad.

    I couldn't find anything grape-flavored connected with dreamsicle. So I guess this is the only grape recipe to be associated with that name. And maybe dreamsicle is not the correct term or name for this grape jello salad.

    But I am calling it "Dreamsicle Salad" because that is the name you will find for this jello salad in Amish cookbooks.

    I don't know where this recipe originated or who named it. And it doesn't matter if you call it "Dreamsicle Salad" or just simply "Grape Jello Salad". But this Amish recipe for Grape Dreamsicle Salad with cream cheese is delightfully refreshing with a silky mousse-like texture!

    Jello Salad

    I grew up eating lots of different kinds of jello salad, and I LOVE all of them.

    In our Amish circle, we always ate jello salads as side dishes with the first course. And even though most jello salads seem more like dessert than salad, they go well as a side dish too. And why not sneak a dessert into the first course and pretend it's a salad? 🙂 lol

    This light and fluffy grape jello salad was always one of my favorites, but orange yum yum salad is among my top favorites as well.

    ingredients - Cool Whip, cream cheese, sugar, and grape jello

    Grape Jello

    I realized recently that I had not made this grape jello salad since I moved away from PA. And I didn't know that it would be so hard to find grape-flavored Jello.

    Most Amish or Mennonite bulk food stores carry different flavors of gelatin in bulk. And if you have a local bulk food store, you may be able to find grape-flavored gelatin there. But I had to order mine online, and I am leaving the link here for your convenience.

    mixing jello salad
    putting jello in a mold

    Could I Replace the Cool Whip with Heavy Whipping Cream in this Jello Recipe?

    Yes, you can use either Cool Whip or heavy whipping cream in this creamy jello salad. Both options will provide a creamy texture and complement the jello flavors nicely.

    If you use heavy whipping cream, you'll need about 1 1/2 c. of cream. Add it to the beaten cream cheese and whip it until thickened. And then gently stir the jello mixture into the cream cheese mixture.

    Note that the flavor and texture of the jello salad may differ slightly depending on which option you choose.

    Cool Whip is a ready-to-use whipped topping that's sweetened and stabilized with ingredients like high fructose corn syrup and hydrogenated vegetable oil.

    While heavy whipping cream is a natural dairy product that's unsweetened and can be whipped to various consistencies depending on how long it's beaten. And it won't hold up as well in warm temperatures.

    So when using Cool Whip, the jello salad may be slightly sweeter. But it tastes great either way. However, do not overbeat Cool Whip, or it will become runny. So just mix it into the cream cheese to combine. Then add the grape jello and stir to mix.

    Easy Jello Salad

    In conclusion, Grape Jello Dreamsicle Salad is a classic side dish or dessert recipe that is both delicious and incredibly easy to make. With only a few ingredients and several minutes of your time, you'll have an amazing dish.

    And its fruity grape flavor and creamy texture are sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.

    So, next time you're looking for a sweet treat to share with your friends and family, give this recipe a try!

    jello ring and a serving in a dish

    More Amish Salad Recipes

    You may also like to try these recipes for Ribbon Salad, Creamy Grape Salad, Broccoli Salad, or Seven-Layer Lettuce Salad.

    If you try this recipe for Amish Grape Dreamsicle Salad, I would love to hear from you in the comments below.

    Dreamsicle grape jello salad in a mold

    Grape Dreamsicle Jello Salad

    Dreamsicle Grape Jello Salad is a delightful dish that blends the fruity taste of grape Jello with the smooth and creamy texture of cream cheese and Cool Whip. It's a timeless recipe that's ideal for any event.
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Chill 4 hours hrs
    Total Time 4 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
    Course Dessert, Salad, Side Dish
    Cuisine American, Amish
    Servings 10 servings
    Calories 47 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 (3 oz.) boxes grape Jello
    • 1/2 c. sugar
    • 2 c. boiling water
    • 1 c. cold water
    • 1 (8 oz.) cream cheese
    • 1 (8 oz.) Cool Whip, thawed

    Instructions
     

    • Add Jello and sugar to a bowl and add the boiling water. Stir to dissolve.
      2 (3 oz.) boxes grape Jello, 1/2 c. sugar, 2 c. boiling water
    • Add the cold water and refrigerate until syrupy.
      1 c. cold water
    • In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the thawed Cool Whip and mix to combine.
      1 (8 oz.) cream cheese, 1 (8 oz.) Cool Whip, thawed
    • Slowly add the well-chilled Jello mixture and mix to combine.
    • Pour it into a dish or mold and refrigerate until set. Serve as a side dish or light dessert.
    • Keep refrigerated for up to four days.

    Notes

     This jello salad can be made with any flavor of jello that you prefer.
    *Nutrition is approximate.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1servingCalories: 47kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 0.03gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.02gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.001gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 0.1mgSodium: 5mgPotassium: 0.5mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 0.01mg
    Keyword Dreamsicle Salad, Grape Jello Salad, Grape Jello Salad with Cream Cheese
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    1. Renee Warren

      April 30, 2023 at 10:07 am

      Can you use sugar free jello for diabetics

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      • Anna

        April 30, 2023 at 1:52 pm

        I've never used sugar free jello, but I'm guessing that it works the same as regular. So I see no reason why it wouldn't work.

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