Description

Strawberry Fluff Salad is a delightful, creamy dessert salad combining the flavors of fresh strawberries, crushed pineapple, and mini marshmallows with a smooth, fluffy base made from strawberry Jell-O, instant vanilla pudding, and whipped topping. Perfectly chilled, it offers a refreshing, sweet treat ideal for potlucks, picnics, or holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale

Gelatin Base

3 ounces strawberry Jell-O mix (1 box)
1 cup hot water
½ cup cold water

Pudding and Topping

3.4 ounces instant vanilla pudding mix (1 box)
8 ounces whipped topping (like Cool Whip) (1 tub)

Fruits and Add-ins

24 ounces fresh strawberries, hulled, halved, and sliced
20 ounces crushed pineapple, drained
10 ounces mini marshmallows (1 bag)

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Instructions

Dissolve the Jell-O: In a large bowl, dissolve the strawberry Jell-O mix in 1 cup of hot water, stirring until completely dissolved to ensure there are no lumps.
Add Cold Water: Mix in ½ cup of cold water and stir well. Refrigerate the mixture for 10-15 minutes until it is slightly thickened but not fully set, preparing it for the pudding addition.
Mix in Pudding: Whisk the instant vanilla pudding mix into the Jell-O mixture until smooth and fully combined. Return the bowl to the refrigerator and chill for an additional 10-15 minutes to allow the mixture to thicken more.
Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently fold the whipped topping into the chilled Jell-O and pudding mixture until fully incorporated, creating a light and creamy texture.
Add Fruits and Marshmallows: Stir in the sliced fresh strawberries, drained crushed pineapple, and mini marshmallows evenly throughout the mixture for bursts of texture and flavor.
Refrigerate and Serve: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, allowing the salad to set properly. Serve chilled for best flavor and texture.

Notes

To prevent crushing the strawberries too much, fold them in gently.
Ensure the pineapple is well drained to avoid making the salad watery.
This salad is best served within 24 hours of preparation for optimal freshness.
You can substitute fresh whipped cream for the whipped topping if desired.
For added texture, consider adding chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook, Chill
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 180
Sugar: 26g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg