Strawberry Fluff Salad
A delightful and colorful dish that combines fresh strawberries, creamy textures, and a burst of fruity flavor, perfect for gatherings and potlucks.
Ingredients
For the salad
- 3 ounces strawberry Jell-O mix
- 1 cup hot water
- ½ cup cold water
- 3.4 ounces instant vanilla pudding mix
- 8 ounces whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
- 24 ounces fresh strawberries, hulled, halved, and sliced
- 20 ounces crushed pineapple, drained
- 10 ounces mini marshmallows
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, dissolve the strawberry Jell-O mix in hot water. Stir until it is completely dissolved.
- Add the cold water and stir again.
- Refrigerate the mixture for 15 to 20 minutes to cool slightly.
- Whisk the instant vanilla pudding mix into the chilled Jell-O mixture until smooth.
- Return the bowl to the refrigerator to chill for another 15 to 20 minutes.
- After chilling, remove the mixture from the refrigerator.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping until no streaks remain.
- Fold in the sliced strawberries, drained crushed pineapple, and mini marshmallows, mixing evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the salad to thicken and the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled.
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 3 to 5 days. Best served chilled. For the best texture, make sure the Jell-O mixture is well-chilled before adding the whipped topping.