Tasty Treat For Holiday Gathering

Cherry Coca-Cola Jello Salad

INGREDIENTS

• 20 oz. canned dark, sweet cherries (pitted)
• 20 oz. crushed pineapple
• 6 oz. black cherry gelatin (or regular cherry)
• 12 oz. Coca-Cola
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut
• 4 oz. cream cheese, softened
• 8 oz. whipped topping
• Maraschino cherries for garnish, if desired

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Drain cherries and pineapple, reserving the liquid in a measuring cup. Set fruit aside, and add enough water to measuring cup to make 2 cups of liquid.
2. Add liquid to a medium sauce pan and bring to a boil. Remove from heat, and add cherry gelatin, stirring until the gelatin is dissolved completely. Stir in Coca-Cola. Put in fridge and COOL ONLY for 30-40 minutes.
3. Combine drained cherries, pineapple, pecan and coconut, After gelatin has cooled for 30-40 minutes. Stir fruits and nuts into gelatin. Carefully pour into 9x13 trifle or baking dish. Cover tightly and refrigerate for gelatin to set completely. About 3-4 hours
4. Combine cool whip and cream cheese. Top Cherry Coca-Cola Salad and serve. Add Maraschino cherries for garnish, if desired.