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Fruit Salad with Cool Whip & Marshmallows
Fruit salad with Cool Whip is a quick, no-bake classic made with fluffy whipped topping, juicy fruit, and mini marshmallows. It’s perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or easy weeknight desserts—simple to prep, endlessly customizable, and always a crowd-pleaser.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 20 ounces Pineapple tidbits in juice, 1 (20 ounce) can
- 3.4 ounces Instant vanilla pudding mix, 1 package
- 15 ounces Fruit cocktail, drained, 1 (15 ounce) can
- 15 ounces Pear halves, drained and chopped, 1 (15 ounce) can
- 10.5 ounces Mandarin oranges, drained, 1 (10.5 ounce) can
- 6 ounces Stemless maraschino cherries, drained and halved
- 2 cups Mini marshmallows
- 8 ounces Frozen whipped topping, thawed
Instructions
- Drain the pineapple juice into a large mixing bowl. Reserve the pineapple tidbits.
- Add the instant vanilla pudding mix to the pineapple juice and whisk until smooth.
- Add the reserved pineapple tidbits, fruit cocktail, pears, mandarin oranges, and maraschino cherries. Stir until evenly coated.
- Gently fold in the mini marshmallows and whipped topping until combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Stir gently before serving.
Christina's Notes
Chilling for at least 1 hour improves both the flavor and texture.
Fold the whipped topping in gently to keep the salad light and fluffy.
If using fresh fruit, pat it dry thoroughly before adding it to the salad.
Toss apples or bananas with a little lemon juice to prevent browning.
Start with fewer marshmallows if you prefer a less sweet salad and add more to taste.
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
This recipe is best enjoyed chilled and is not recommended for freezing.
Fold the whipped topping in gently to keep the salad light and fluffy.
If using fresh fruit, pat it dry thoroughly before adding it to the salad.
Toss apples or bananas with a little lemon juice to prevent browning.
Start with fewer marshmallows if you prefer a less sweet salad and add more to taste.
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
This recipe is best enjoyed chilled and is not recommended for freezing.