Creamy, fruity, and full of nostalgic flavor — a classic crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients:
- 1 box (3 oz) orange Jell-O
- 1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1 container (8 oz) Cool Whip, thawed
- 1 can (14 oz) mandarin oranges, drained
Instructions:
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Prepare the Jell-O:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the orange Jell-O and 1 cup of boiling water. Stir until completely dissolved. -
Add Cold Water:
Stir in 1/2 cup of cold water. Allow the mixture to cool slightly (you can refrigerate it for about 10 minutes, but don’t let it set completely). -
Mix in Pudding:
Whisk the instant vanilla pudding mix into the cooled Jell-O until fully combined and smooth. The mixture will thicken slightly. -
Fold in the Whipped Topping:
Gently fold in the Cool Whip until everything is creamy and well-blended. -
Add the Oranges:
Carefully stir in the drained mandarin oranges. -
Chill:
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or until set and fluffy) before serving.
Serving Suggestion:
Top with extra mandarin oranges or a sprinkle of crushed vanilla wafers for an extra special touch! 🍊✨
