Creamy Fluff Salad Recipe for Thanksgiving Bliss
A creamy, dreamy fluff salad with sweet and tangy flavors, perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings and holiday comfort.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 oz whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
- One 3.4 oz box of instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup canned mandarin oranges, drained
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- 4 oz softened cream cheese
- ½ cup cold milk
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until smooth. Let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
- Add the prepared pudding to the cream cheese and mix until fully combined.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping using a rubber spatula, being careful not to deflate it.
- Stir in the drained pineapple and mandarin oranges. Be sure to drain them well to avoid a watery salad.
- Fold in the mini marshmallows and chopped nuts, if using.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
- Scoop the fluff salad into a serving bowl or individual cups for a festive presentation. Sprinkle extra nuts on top if desired.
Notes
Make sure the cream cheese is softened for smooth blending. Drain the fruit thoroughly to avoid a watery salad. Customize sweetness by adding powdered sugar if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
Keywords: Thanksgiving, fluff salad, creamy dessert, holiday recipe, marshmallow salad