pineapple cream cheese jello squares

Somewhere, PA
Updated on Jun 30, 2014

I had 2 boxes of pineapple jello in my pantry, and this is what I made...my family really enjoyed them...you could use different flavored jello as well...enjoy!

prep time 10 Min
cook time
method No-Cook or Other
yield 9 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 - 3 ounces boxes - island pineapple jello
  • 1 - 20 ounces can, crushed pineapple - drained well - reserving juice
  • 1 - 8 ounces cream cheese - softened
  • - water
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans

How To Make pineapple cream cheese jello squares

  • Step 1
    Drain pineapple well. Reserving juice and add water to it to make 2 1/4 cups of liquid.
  • Step 2
    In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese with dry jello, until well combined.
  • Step 3
    Bring pineapple liquid to a boil and combine with the cream cheese mixture. Stir until jello and cream cheese are dissolved. Refrigerate until jello is almost set, but still a little jiggly. About 1 1/2 - 2 hours.
  • Step 4
    Add the pineapple and nuts and stir well to combine. Pour mixture into an 8 inch pan and spread evenly.
  • Step 5
    Cover and refrigerate for at least a few hours until set well. Cut into squares and serve with a dollop of whipped cream if desired.

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