Black Bing Cherry Salad
This vintage, handwritten Black Bing Cherry Salad is a classic congealed salad. It combines Coca‑Cola, Black Bing cherries, crushed pineapple, Black Cherry gelatin, and optional additions like chopped nuts, marshmallows, or cream cheese for texture and richness.
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Ingredients
- 2 bottles Coca‑Cola
- 1 #2 can Black Bing cherries (with juice)
- 1 #2 can crushed pineapple (drained or with a little juice)
- 2 packages Black Cherry Jell‑O (gelatin)
- Optional additions:
- Chopped nuts (to taste)
- Marshmallows or Philadelphia cream cheese diced
Method
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Combine the cherry juice from the can with the Coca‑Cola in a saucepan and bring to a gentle boil.
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Remove from heat and stir in the Black Cherry gelatin until it is completely dissolved.
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Add the cherries, crushed pineapple, and chopped nuts if using. Mix gently, then chill in the refrigerator until the mixture begins to set.
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When the gelatin is nearly set, fold in diced cream cheese or marshmallows if desired. Transfer to a mold or serving dish and chill until fully firm.
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Course Salad
Cuisine American
Keyword Cherry, Coca‑Cola, Congealed Salad, Jell‑O
Notes
Half the recipe is often sufficient unless you are serving a large group. Adjust optional ingredients to taste for texture and sweetness.