Pear Lime Gelatin

Name: Pear Lime Gelatin
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Ingredients: 1 can (29 ounces) pear halves in juice; 1 package (3 ounces) lime gelatin; 3 ounces cream cheese, cubed; 1 cup whipped topping

Packed with pears, this jolly gelatin salad is a light and refreshing treat. My Mom knew that fruit served in this fun form would get gobbled right up. She also liked it because the bowl looked like a sparkling jewel on our dinner table.

Ingredients

1 can (29 ounces) pear halves in juice
1 package (3 ounces) lime gelatin
3 ounces cream cheese, cubed
1 cup whipped topping

Directions

Drain pears, reserving juice; set pears and aside. Measure the juice; add water if needed to equal 1-1/2 cups. Pour into a saucepan; bring to a boil. Add gelatin; stir until dissolved. Gradually add cream cheese, whisking until smooth.
Cover and refrigerate until cool. Mash reserved pears; fold into gelatin mixture. Fold in whipped topping. Pour into a 6-cup serving bowl. Refrigerate until set.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 172 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 398mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 2g fiber), 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fruit, 1 fat.

Originally published as Pear Lime Gelatin in Taste of Home December/January 2001

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ebramkamp

Apr 18, 2019

This is reminiscent of a salad my aunt always brought to reunions. The lime and pear are a tasty combination. The cream cheese and whipping cream add to the richness. It's light and flavorful.
lshaw

Oct 11, 2014

Since childhood, I have always loved the combination of lime and pears. I love this recipe and have made it half a dozen times. Even a novice at cooking can make it! I wish they still sold cream cheese in 3oz. packages like they did years ago--I can only find the 8-oz. packages and have to cut them up, leaving the rest to go bad in the fridge!
Joscy

Jun 6, 2013

Just noticed ~~ this is also diabetic friendly, something I can have, without the guilt. LOL
Joscy

Jun 6, 2013

This salad looks beautiful. You can sure bet this will win positive compliments at our house. Thank you for sharing. Joscy
erinmarie78

Jul 18, 2012

Good! I followed the recipe exactly, except I pureed the pears instead of mashing them... I figured my family would've been less likely to eat them with the smooth & chunky texture, so I made it all smooth. They called it green mousse :-) It's not a recipe I would make often, pretty rich, but definitely one to keep on hand for the holidays! Mine turned out a tad runny, but I think it's because I didn't let it set up long enough... but supper was ready and I needed to get it on the table! Next time I make this, I'll give it more time in the fridge... still yummy though! If you want something to compare the flavor to, I thought it tasted very similar to key lime whipped yogurt!
butterfly3gayle

Dec 31, 2011

This is so easy, creamy and delicious! A friend tried it using lemon jello and it was equally good.
lucy1111

Jun 2, 2011

I always double this because we like it so much. I boil 2 c. juice/water in microwave,then put it in the blender with the jello until dissolved (careful, it's hot). Then I add 8oz. cream cheese a piece at a time while blending. Then put in your pears, and pulse until they are coarse. Pour into a bowl with the last cup of water, and add the topping when it's partially set. It makes this so easy!
ZumaCook

May 17, 2011

One of my favourites to make. So creamy & pure deliciousness!!
KY_Cook

Oct 15, 2010

I really enjoy this recipe cause it's fast and it's scrumptious and goes well with any menu. Thanks for yet another favorite
Joker_269

Mar 29, 2010

I have made this recipe many times, and each time it is a hit. Thanks for sharing. I also tried it with cherries blended thru a blender so they are nice and smooth then used wild cherry jell-o, this is an awesome change.