Description
Strawberry Fluff Salad is a delightful, creamy dessert salad combining the sweet flavors of strawberry Jell-O, vanilla pudding, fresh strawberries, crushed pineapple, and mini marshmallows. This no-cook recipe is easy to prepare and perfect for gatherings, offering a light, fruity, and fluffy treat that pleases all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
Gelatin and Liquid Base
- 3 ounces strawberry Jell-O Mix (1 box)
- 1 cup hot water
- ½ cup cold water
Pudding and Whipped Topping
- 3.4 ounces instant vanilla pudding mix (1 box)
- 8 ounces whipped topping (like Cool Whip) (1 tub)
Fruit and Mix-ins
- 24 ounces fresh strawberries, hulled, halved, and sliced
- 20 ounces crushed pineapple, drained
- 10 ounces mini marshmallows (1 bag)
Instructions
- Dissolve the Jell-O: In a large bowl, dissolve the strawberry Jell-O mix in 1 cup of hot water by stirring continuously until the mixture is completely dissolved.
- Add Cold Water: Stir in ½ cup of cold water thoroughly. Place the mixture in the refrigerator for 10 to 15 minutes until it becomes slightly thickened but not fully set.
- Mix in Pudding: Whisk the instant vanilla pudding mix into the partially set Jell-O mixture until the batter is smooth and lump-free. Return it to the refrigerator for an additional 10 to 15 minutes to chill and thicken further.
- Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently fold the whipped topping into the chilled Jell-O and pudding mixture until fully incorporated, creating a fluffy consistency.
- Add Fruits and Marshmallows: Carefully stir in the sliced fresh strawberries, drained crushed pineapple, and mini marshmallows, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the salad.
- Refrigerate and Serve: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow it to set properly. Serve chilled for the best flavor and texture experience.
Notes
- Ensure the crushed pineapple is well-drained to avoid excess liquid diluting the salad.
- For a firmer texture, refrigerate the salad longer than 1 hour if preferred.
- Can be prepared a day in advance and kept covered in the refrigerator.
- Substitute whipped topping with homemade whipped cream for a fresher taste.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
