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Pineapple Citrus Cream Squares
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Everything old is new again, and that goes for the gelatin mold. Our no-mold required refreshing and creamy Pineapple Citrus Cream Squares are easy to serve and bring along too!
What You'll Need
- 2 (4-serving-size) packages lemon-flavored gelatin
- 2 cups boiling water
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 (20-ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained, with 1 cup juice reserved
- 2 teaspoons grated orange peel
- 1 1/2 cups grated carrot
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 (8-ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
What to Do
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In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Add cold water, reserved pineapple juice, and orange peel; mix well. Chill 15 to 20 minutes, or until slightly thickened. Stir in pineapple and carrot. Pour into a 9- x 13-inch baking dish. Chill 1 hour.
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In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping and spread evenly over pineapple gelatin mixture.
- Cover and chill at least 4 hours, or until firm.
Notes
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When ready to serve, garnish with orange slices.
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ksjoscelyn 0613203
Aug 02, 2014
Looks and sounds wonderful! Kids would go for this for sure. (That includes adult kids as well).
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saradavis 1682695
Aug 02, 2014
I am going to try it It sure looks delicious
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lovincookin 6645606
Aug 22, 2013
This was very good and easy to make. Attn: bnrudy Made exactly what the recipe calls for,...(2)4- serving size gelatin. Never mind the video!
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Dawn Elizabeth
Jan 21, 2013
Probably two small or one large package of jello.
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indianlady51 2062362
Aug 27, 2012
Just follow the recipe, it calls for 2 packages of lemon-flavored Jelatin. This is how many you use.
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NoNoNannette
Aug 10, 2012
the video show using 1 package of lemon-flavored gelatin, while the recipe has 2 packages of lemon-flavored gelatin. WHAT IS IT 1 OR 2 packages???? =..=
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Member 17813
Aug 20, 2012
The amount of liquid called for in the recipe would be for 2 packages of jello
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Chef 1012652
Jul 06, 2012
The recipe says "2" packages of gelatin but in the video you say "A" package of gelatin?? 1or 2 pkgs??
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SMH of IL
Jul 04, 2012
Made this to take to my husbands's brothers house for the Fourth. It was great. Cool and refreshing.
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NoNoNannette
Aug 11, 2012
Did you use 1 or 2 packages gelatin; the video show using 1 package of lemon-flavored gelatin, while the recipe has 2 packages of lemon-flavored gelatin
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dorachvz 1449321
Jun 30, 2012
love all your recipes your the greatest cook im always in need of your recipes for my kids thank you
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NoNoNannette
Aug 11, 2012
How about YOU? Did you use 1 or 2 packages gelatin; the video show using 1 package of lemon-flavored gelatin, while the recipe has 2 packages of lemon-flavored gelatin
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NoNoNannette
Aug 11, 2012
How about YOU Did you use 1 or 2 packages gelatin; the video show using 1 package of lemon-flavored gelatin, while the recipe has 2 packages of lemon-flavored gelatin
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walternmary 6122586
Jun 29, 2012
Yum, Yum. Keep em coming!
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NoNoNannette
Aug 11, 2012
How about YOU Did you use 1 or 2 packages gelatin; the video show using 1 package of lemon-flavored gelatin, while the recipe has 2 packages of lemon-flavored gelatin
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wlg94117
Jun 28, 2012
this sounds wonderful ,could I use splenda as I am A diabetic and I try to stay away from sugar.
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pamquilts2
Jun 26, 2012
You could save a few calories by using sugarfree jello and low fat cream cheese
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Mommy that Cooks
Jun 26, 2012
My whole family loved it...it's a keeper for sure.
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