{"id":107309,"date":"2026-03-18T12:32:21","date_gmt":"2026-03-18T12:32:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/18\/strawberry-cottage-cheese-jello-salad-like-grandma-made\/"},"modified":"2026-03-18T12:32:21","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T12:32:21","slug":"strawberry-cottage-cheese-jello-salad-like-grandma-made","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/18\/strawberry-cottage-cheese-jello-salad-like-grandma-made\/","title":{"rendered":"Strawberry Cottage Cheese Jello Salad (Like Grandma Made)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aff-disc\">\n<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/privacy-policy\/\">disclosure policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image-container\" style=\"display:none;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"Creamy strawberry cottage cheese jello salad is a classic recipe.  It\u2019s fruity, fluffy, easy to make. It has a little protein boost from the cottage cheese. Perfect for that guilt free late night craving!\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-7.jpg\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-7.jpg\"\/><img width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-7.jpg\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"Creamy strawberry cottage cheese jello salad is a classic recipe.  It\u2019s fruity, fluffy, easy to make. It has a little protein boost from the cottage cheese. Perfect for that guilt free late night craving!\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-7.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/div>\n<p><input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p>This cottage cheese jello salad is one of those <strong>old-school recipes<\/strong> that never really goes out of style. My dad absolutely loves it and requests it all the time, especially for family get-togethers. It\u2019s creamy, fruity, and <strong>ridiculously easy to make<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"Serving bowl full of cottage cheese jello salad garnished with sliced strawberries. \" class=\"wp-image-335028\" title=\"This cottage cheese jello salad is one of those old-school recipes that never really goes out of style. My dad absolutely loves it and requests it all the time, especially for family get-togethers. It\u2019s creamy, fruity, and ridiculously easy to make.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Strawberry Cottage Cheese Jello Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-5.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-5-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-5-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-5-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-5.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-5.jpg\" alt=\"Serving bowl full of cottage cheese jello salad garnished with sliced strawberries. \" class=\"wp-image-335028\" title=\"This cottage cheese jello salad is one of those old-school recipes that never really goes out of style. My dad absolutely loves it and requests it all the time, especially for family get-togethers. It\u2019s creamy, fruity, and ridiculously easy to make.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Strawberry Cottage Cheese Jello Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-5.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-5-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-5-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-5-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\" id=\"h-why-everyone-loves-this-old-school-favorite\">Why Everyone Loves This Old-School Favorite<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Incredibly Easy:<\/strong> Just mix a few simple ingredients together and let the fridge do the rest. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Packed with Protein:<\/strong> Thanks to the cottage cheese, this sweet salad has a little protein boost! <\/li>\n<li><strong>Perfect for Gatherings:<\/strong> This jello salad is always a hit at potlucks, holidays, and family gatherings. Everyone secretly loves it!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cottage-cheese-jello-salad-ingredients\">Cottage Cheese Jello Salad Ingredients<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled ingredients. \" class=\"wp-image-335047\" title=\"This cottage cheese jello salad is one of those old-school recipes that never really goes out of style. My dad absolutely loves it and requests it all the time, especially for family get-togethers. It\u2019s creamy, fruity, and ridiculously easy to make.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Strawberry Cottage Cheese Jello Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IngredientsWithLabelsCottageCheeseJelloSalad-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IngredientsWithLabelsCottageCheeseJelloSalad.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IngredientsWithLabelsCottageCheeseJelloSalad-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IngredientsWithLabelsCottageCheeseJelloSalad-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IngredientsWithLabelsCottageCheeseJelloSalad-150x100.png 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IngredientsWithLabelsCottageCheeseJelloSalad-1200x800.png\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IngredientsWithLabelsCottageCheeseJelloSalad-1200x800.png\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled ingredients. \" class=\"wp-image-335047\" title=\"This cottage cheese jello salad is one of those old-school recipes that never really goes out of style. My dad absolutely loves it and requests it all the time, especially for family get-togethers. It\u2019s creamy, fruity, and ridiculously easy to make.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Strawberry Cottage Cheese Jello Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IngredientsWithLabelsCottageCheeseJelloSalad-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IngredientsWithLabelsCottageCheeseJelloSalad.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IngredientsWithLabelsCottageCheeseJelloSalad-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IngredientsWithLabelsCottageCheeseJelloSalad-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IngredientsWithLabelsCottageCheeseJelloSalad-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Cottage Cheese:<\/strong> Use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/daisy-brand-4-milkfat-minimum-cottage-cheese-24oz\/-\/A-47104451#lnk=sametab\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">whole-milk, small-curd cottage cheese<\/a> for the best flavor. If you don\u2019t like cottage cheese chunks, then blend it.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Any Jello flavor works. <\/strong>Lime or orange is popular. For orange, add a drained can of mandarin oranges.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Drain the pineapple very well<\/strong>! if you want a firmer salad, squeeze out most of the liquid with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/norpro-2-sq-yds-100-cotton-bleached-washable-cheesecloth\/-\/A-1006004621?preselect=1006004622#lnk=sametab\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">cheesecloth<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fluff:<\/strong> For a more <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/peach-fluff-salad\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"267239\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">Fluff<\/a> like salad, add 1\u00bd cups mini marshmallows.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Optional mix-ins:<\/strong> drained canned fruit, diced strawberries, or toasted chopped nuts (1\u20132 cups total). This increases servings to about 8\u201310.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-cottage-cheese-jello-salad\">How to Make Cottage Cheese Jello Salad<\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for an easy, <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/lime-jello-salad-2\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">old-fashioned dessert<\/a> that comes together in minutes, then this cottage cheese jello salad is the one to make. The best part is you can use any flavor of Jello, so it\u2019s easy to switch things up and make it your own.<\/p>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Combine: <\/strong>Stir together the cottage cheese\u00a0and\u00a0strawberry Jell-O\u00a0in a large bowl.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add:<\/strong> Stir in\u00a0well-drained <a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/crushed-pineapple-in-juice-20oz-market-pantry-8482\/-\/A-13752683#lnk=sametab\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">crushed pineapple<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fold:<\/strong> Gently fold in whipped topping.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chill:<\/strong> Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped is-style-numbered wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"335051\" alt=\"Cottage cheese and Jello packet dumped in a large bowl. \" class=\"wp-image-335051\" title=\"This cottage cheese jello salad is one of those old-school recipes that never really goes out of style. My dad absolutely loves it and requests it all the time, especially for family get-togethers. It\u2019s creamy, fruity, and ridiculously easy to make.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Strawberry Cottage Cheese Jello Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"335051\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Cottage cheese and Jello packet dumped in a large bowl. \" class=\"wp-image-335051\" title=\"This cottage cheese jello salad is one of those old-school recipes that never really goes out of style. My dad absolutely loves it and requests it all the time, especially for family get-togethers. It\u2019s creamy, fruity, and ridiculously easy to make.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Strawberry Cottage Cheese Jello Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"335049\" alt=\"Crushed pineapple added to the cottage cheese and jello mixture. \" class=\"wp-image-335049\" title=\"This cottage cheese jello salad is one of those old-school recipes that never really goes out of style. My dad absolutely loves it and requests it all the time, especially for family get-togethers. It\u2019s creamy, fruity, and ridiculously easy to make.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Strawberry Cottage Cheese Jello Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-1-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-1-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"335049\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-1-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Crushed pineapple added to the cottage cheese and jello mixture. \" class=\"wp-image-335049\" title=\"This cottage cheese jello salad is one of those old-school recipes that never really goes out of style. My dad absolutely loves it and requests it all the time, especially for family get-togethers. It\u2019s creamy, fruity, and ridiculously easy to make.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Strawberry Cottage Cheese Jello Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-1-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"335050\" alt=\"Whipped topping added to the jello and cottage cheese mixture.\" class=\"wp-image-335050\" title=\"This cottage cheese jello salad is one of those old-school recipes that never really goes out of style. My dad absolutely loves it and requests it all the time, especially for family get-togethers. It\u2019s creamy, fruity, and ridiculously easy to make.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Strawberry Cottage Cheese Jello Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-2-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-2-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-2-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-2-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-2-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"335050\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-2-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Whipped topping added to the jello and cottage cheese mixture.\" class=\"wp-image-335050\" title=\"This cottage cheese jello salad is one of those old-school recipes that never really goes out of style. My dad absolutely loves it and requests it all the time, especially for family get-togethers. It\u2019s creamy, fruity, and ridiculously easy to make.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Strawberry Cottage Cheese Jello Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-2-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-2-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-2-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-2-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"335048\" alt=\"Everything mixed together and ready to be chilled. \" class=\"wp-image-335048\" title=\"This cottage cheese jello salad is one of those old-school recipes that never really goes out of style. My dad absolutely loves it and requests it all the time, especially for family get-togethers. It\u2019s creamy, fruity, and ridiculously easy to make.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Strawberry Cottage Cheese Jello Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-3-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-3-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-3-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-3-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-3-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"335048\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-3-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Everything mixed together and ready to be chilled. \" class=\"wp-image-335048\" title=\"This cottage cheese jello salad is one of those old-school recipes that never really goes out of style. My dad absolutely loves it and requests it all the time, especially for family get-togethers. It\u2019s creamy, fruity, and ridiculously easy to make.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Strawberry Cottage Cheese Jello Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-3-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-3-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-3-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CottageCheeseJelloSalad-3-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\" id=\"h-alyssa-s-pro-tip\">Alyssa\u2019s Pro Tip<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Whipped Cream: <\/strong>You can replace the Cool Whip with <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/homemade-whipped-cream\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">homemade whipped cream<\/a>. Whip 2 cups cold heavy cream with \u2153 cup powdered sugar. Whipped cream makes the salad softer and won\u2019t last as long. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-area block-area-before-recipe\">\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta cwp-large\">\n<p class=\"block-pinterest-cta__title\">Pin this now to find it later<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/&amp;media=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-7.jpg&amp;description=Strawberry Cottage Cheese Jello Salad\" title=\"Share on Pinterest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"wp-element-button\" data-postid=\"334930\" data-pin-do=\"none\" data-social-network=\"Pinterest\" data-social-action=\"Pin\" data-social-target=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Pin It<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-334931\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"334931\" data-servings=\"6\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-cwp-food---cook-mode\">\n<div class=\"cwp-food-content\">\n<p><label id=\"wprm-toggle-switch-3375756856\" class=\"wprm-toggle-switch wprm-toggle-switch-rounded wprm-toggle-switch-outside\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox-3375756856\" class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-slider\" style=\"--switch-height: 20px;\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-label wprm-prevent-sleep-label wprm-block-text-bold\">Cook Mode<\/span><\/label><span class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-description wprm-block-text-normal\">Prevent your screen from going dark<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"recipe-334931-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-334931-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"334931\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-334931-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Combine <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-334931-0 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 (16-ounce) container small-curd cottage cheese<\/span> and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-334931-1 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 (3-ounce) box strawberry Jell-O<\/span> in a large bowl. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-334931-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Stir in <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-334931-2 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 (20-ounce) can well-drained crushed pineapple<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-334931-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Gently fold in <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-334931-3 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 (8-ounce) container thawed whipped topping<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-334931-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour before serving. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-334931-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Leftover and Make Ahead Instructions<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><b>Fridge: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><b>Freezer: <\/b>N<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ot recommended.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><b style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Make Ahead: <\/b>This <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">can be prepped up to 1 day ahead. It needs at least 1 hour of chill time before serving.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n<div id=\"recipe-334931-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">269<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">39<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">11<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">8<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">6<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">14<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">332<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">235<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">37<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">181<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">9<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">105<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"cwp-food-nutrition__disclaimer has-min-font-size\">Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" alt=\"Individual serving of cottage cheese Jello salad. \" class=\"wp-image-335125\" title=\"This cottage cheese jello salad is one of those old-school recipes that never really goes out of style. My dad absolutely loves it and requests it all the time, especially for family get-togethers. It\u2019s creamy, fruity, and ridiculously easy to make.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Strawberry Cottage Cheese Jello Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-7-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-7.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-7-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-7-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-7-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-7-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-7-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-7-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Individual serving of cottage cheese Jello salad. \" class=\"wp-image-335125\" title=\"This cottage cheese jello salad is one of those old-school recipes that never really goes out of style. My dad absolutely loves it and requests it all the time, especially for family get-togethers. It\u2019s creamy, fruity, and ridiculously easy to make.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Strawberry Cottage Cheese Jello Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-7-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-7.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-7-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-7-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-7-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-7-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<section class=\"block-post-listing cwp-large layout-4up-grid\">\n<header>\n<div class=\"block-post-listing__title\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-more-jello-salads-to-try\">More Jello Salads To Try<\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for some easy salads that work as sides or desserts, I\u2019ve got you covered. They are perfect for a family reunion, picnics, or any get-together. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/header>\n<div class=\"block-post-listing__inner\">\n<article class=\"post-summary\">\n<div class=\"post-summary__image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/raspberry-pretzel-salad\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" class=\"attachment-cwp_archive_lgXX size-cwp_archive_lgXX\" alt=\"\" data-pin-nopin=\"1\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 50vw, 276px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/raspberrypretzelsalad4.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/raspberrypretzelsalad4-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/raspberrypretzelsalad4-333x500.jpg 333w\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Strawberry Cottage Cheese Jello Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/raspberrypretzelsalad4.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/raspberrypretzelsalad4.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/raspberrypretzelsalad4.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_archive_lgXX size-cwp_archive_lgXX\" alt=\"\" data-pin-nopin=\"1\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 50vw, 276px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/raspberrypretzelsalad4.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/raspberrypretzelsalad4-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/raspberrypretzelsalad4-333x500.jpg 333w\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Strawberry Cottage Cheese Jello Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/raspberrypretzelsalad4.jpg\"\/><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"post-summary__content\">\n<p class=\"entry-category\">Desserts<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"post-summary__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/raspberry-pretzel-salad\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">The Famous Raspberry Pretzel Salad<\/a><\/h3>\n<p class=\"entry-total-time\"><svg width=\"20\" height=\"20\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" focusable=\"false\"><use href=\"#utility-timer\"\/><\/svg>2 hours 20 minutes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"post-summary\">\n<div class=\"post-summary__image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/pistachio-pudding-salad\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" class=\"attachment-cwp_archive_lgXX size-cwp_archive_lgXX\" alt=\"\" data-pin-nopin=\"1\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 50vw, 276px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/pistachio_salad3-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/pistachio_salad3-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/pistachio_salad3.jpg 1000w\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Strawberry Cottage Cheese Jello Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/pistachio_salad3.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/pistachio_salad3.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/pistachio_salad3.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_archive_lgXX size-cwp_archive_lgXX\" alt=\"\" data-pin-nopin=\"1\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 50vw, 276px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/pistachio_salad3-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/pistachio_salad3-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/pistachio_salad3.jpg 1000w\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Strawberry Cottage Cheese Jello Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/pistachio_salad3.jpg\"\/><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"post-summary__content\">\n<p class=\"entry-category\">Salads<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"post-summary__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/pistachio-pudding-salad\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">Pistachio Pudding Salad<\/a><\/h3>\n<p class=\"entry-total-time\"><svg width=\"20\" height=\"20\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" focusable=\"false\"><use href=\"#utility-timer\"\/><\/svg>10 minutes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"post-summary\">\n<div class=\"post-summary__image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/peach-fluff-salad\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" class=\"attachment-cwp_archive_lgXX size-cwp_archive_lgXX\" alt=\"\" data-pin-nopin=\"1\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 50vw, 276px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/peach-fluff-.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/peach-fluff--333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/peach-fluff--1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/peach-fluff--400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/peach-fluff--150x225.jpg 150w\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Strawberry Cottage Cheese Jello Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/peach-fluff-.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/peach-fluff-.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/peach-fluff-.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_archive_lgXX size-cwp_archive_lgXX\" alt=\"\" data-pin-nopin=\"1\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 50vw, 276px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/peach-fluff-.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/peach-fluff--333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/peach-fluff--1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/peach-fluff--400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/peach-fluff--150x225.jpg 150w\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Strawberry Cottage Cheese Jello Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/peach-fluff-.jpg\"\/><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"post-summary__content\">\n<p class=\"entry-category\">Recipe Skill Levels<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"post-summary__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/peach-fluff-salad\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">Peach Fluff Salad<\/a><\/h3>\n<p class=\"entry-total-time\"><svg width=\"20\" height=\"20\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" focusable=\"false\"><use href=\"#utility-timer\"\/><\/svg>1 hour 50 minutes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"post-summary\">\n<div class=\"post-summary__image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/lime-jello-salad-2\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" class=\"attachment-cwp_archive_lgXX size-cwp_archive_lgXX\" alt=\"\" data-pin-nopin=\"1\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 50vw, 276px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/green-jello-salad.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/green-jello-salad-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/green-jello-salad-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/green-jello-salad-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/green-jello-salad-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Strawberry Cottage Cheese Jello Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/green-jello-salad.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/green-jello-salad.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/green-jello-salad.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_archive_lgXX size-cwp_archive_lgXX\" alt=\"\" data-pin-nopin=\"1\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 50vw, 276px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/green-jello-salad.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/green-jello-salad-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/green-jello-salad-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/green-jello-salad-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/green-jello-salad-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Strawberry Cottage Cheese Jello Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/green-jello-salad.jpg\"\/><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"post-summary__content\">\n<p class=\"entry-category\">Easy<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"post-summary__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/lime-jello-salad-2\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">Fluffy Lime Jello Salad<\/a><\/h3>\n<p class=\"entry-total-time\"><svg width=\"20\" height=\"20\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" focusable=\"false\"><use href=\"#utility-timer\"\/><\/svg>4 hours 15 minutes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" alt=\"Bowl of strawberry cottage cheese Jello salad.\" class=\"wp-image-335139\" title=\"This cottage cheese jello salad is one of those old-school recipes that never really goes out of style. My dad absolutely loves it and requests it all the time, especially for family get-togethers. It\u2019s creamy, fruity, and ridiculously easy to make.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Strawberry Cottage Cheese Jello Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-1-1-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-1-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-1-1-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-1-1-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-1-1-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-1-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-1-1-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-1-1-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Bowl of strawberry cottage cheese Jello salad.\" class=\"wp-image-335139\" title=\"This cottage cheese jello salad is one of those old-school recipes that never really goes out of style. My dad absolutely loves it and requests it all the time, especially for family get-togethers. It\u2019s creamy, fruity, and ridiculously easy to make.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Strawberry Cottage Cheese Jello Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-1-1-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-1-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-1-1-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-1-1-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-1-1-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad-1-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p><span class=\"cp-load-after-post\"\/><\/div>\n<p><script type=\"rocketlazyloadscript\">\n\t!function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s){if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod?\n\tn.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;\n\tn.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0';n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0;\n\tt.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window,\n\tdocument,'script','https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/fbevents.js' );\n\tfbq( 'init', '1748581388781497' );\t<\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cottage-cheese-jello-salad\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. 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