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Easter Fluff Salad

Easter Fluff Salad: A Creamy, No-Bake Delight for Spring

Easter Fluff Salad is a creamy, no-bake dessert that's a colorful and nostalgic favorite for festive celebrations.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup whipped topping or homemade whipped cream
  • 1 package instant vanilla pudding mix dry mix
For the Fruits
  • 1 can crushed pineapple drained
  • 1 can mandarin oranges drained
For the Crunch
  • 1 cup pastel mini marshmallows
  • 0.5 cup chopped pecans or walnuts optional, substitute with sunflower seeds for nut-free
For Garnishing
  • 1 cup shredded coconut optional
  • 0.5 cup sweetened flaked coconut
  • pastel sprinkles or Easter M&Ms for festive touch

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand Mixer or Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine whipped topping and dry vanilla pudding mix. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Gently fold in drained crushed pineapple and mandarin oranges into the pudding mixture for about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Toss in pastel mini marshmallows and optional shredded coconut, fold gently for 1 minute.
  4. Fold in optional chopped pecans or walnuts to achieve a well-blended consistency.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to meld flavors.
  6. Before serving, sprinkle sweetened flaked coconut on top and decorate with pastel sprinkles or Easter M&Ms.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Drain well to maintain a perfect texture. Chill for best results, and consider serving in individual cups for a festive presentation.

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