PINEAPPLE CREAM CHEESE JELLO SQUARES

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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!

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

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

Steps:

  • 1. Drain pineapple well. Reserving juice and add water to it to make 2 1/4 cups of liquid.
  • 2. In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese with dry jello, until well combined.
  • 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.
  • 4. Add the pineapple and nuts and stir well to combine. Pour mixture into an 8 inch pan and spread evenly.
  • 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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