7-Up Salad

This classic 7-Up Salad is a vintage lime Jello salad made with pineapple, 7-Up soda, cream cheese and Cool Whip. Perfect for holidays and potlucks.

7-Up Salad is a nostalgic, vintage recipe that has been a staple at holiday dinners and potlucks for generations. Made with lime gelatin, crushed pineapple, and lemon-lime soda, this fluffy and refreshing dessert salad is light, sweet, and full of retro charm.

Whether you’re making it for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, or a family gathering, 7-Up Salad always brings back memories.

How to make 7-Up Salad:

Start by melting your marshmallows over low heat with the 7-Up. Once the marshmallows are melted, add in the Jell-O.

Once the Jell-o is mixed in, pour over the cream cheese and mix with a hand mixer until the cream cheese is blended in.

Once smooth mix in the pecans and pineapple. Place in the refrigerator until the Jell-O is set. Once set fold in the Cool Whip and Mayonnaise

Ingredient Notes:

• 7-Up – Chill the soda beforehand to help the mixture set properly.
• Mini Marshmallows – Fresh marshmallows give the softest texture.
• Lime Jell-O – Use name-brand gelatin for the best texture and set.
• Cream Cheese
• Crushed Pineapples – Drain thoroughly to prevent the salad from becoming watery.
• Chopped Pecans
• Cool Whip
• Mayonnaise

Directions:

Step One – Heat mini marshmallows on low with 7 up in a small saucepan until melted.

Step Two – Once heated add Jell-O powder unto the saucepan until dissolved.

Step Three – Pour the hot mixture from above over cream cheese in a large mixing bowl. Use a hand mixer on low to beat until smooth.

Step Four – Add pineapples and nuts to your mixture and gently stir in. Place in the fridge to chill until your Jell-O is set.

Step Five – Add in cool whip and mayonnaise to the set Jell-O. Chill again for an hour then serve chilled and enjoy.

Pro Tips

• Use a glass dish to show off the bright green color.
• Lightly spray a mold with cooking spray for easy removal.
• Chill overnight for the best texture.
• Add chopped pecans for a slight crunch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes! It’s best made the day before serving.

Can I use Sprite instead of 7-Up?
Absolutely. Any lemon-lime soda works.

How long does it last in the refrigerator?
Up to 3 days when covered tightly.

Try some of my other favorite Classic Desserts:

Hershey Pie – This classic Hershey Pie is a rich, creamy no-bake dessert made with chocolate, whipped topping, and a chocolate cookie crust. Easy and irresistible.

Apple Pie – The Apple Pie recipe never goes out of style. It’s the perfect recipe for the holidays and the one that is on my menu every Thanksgiving.

No Bake Cookies – My all-time favorite cookie recipe! Just a few ingredients and no time in the oven for these delicious No-Bake Cookies. Yes, I cook and bake every day, but my favorite cookie is a No-Bake Cookie!

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