Description
This pink lemonade fluff salad recipe is a quick, fruity no bake dessert with Cool Whip, mini marshmallows, and instant lemon pudding. A perfect make-ahead sweet side for parties, potlucks, and holiday picnics.
Ingredients
1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping, thawed
1 box (3.4 oz) instant lemon pudding mix (dry)
1 can (12 oz) frozen pink lemonade concentrate (thawed, not diluted)
1½ cups mini marshmallows
1 cup chopped pineapple (fresh or drained canned)
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
½ cup sweetened shredded coconut (optional)
½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Whisk it up In a large bowl, whisk together whipped topping, dry lemon pudding mix, and pink lemonade concentrate. Whisk it like you mean it. It should look smooth and feel like sunshine.
Step 2: Fold, don’t fight Gently fold in mini marshmallows, pineapple, and strawberries. Save the coconut and nuts for last if you’re using them. Don’t overmix—fluff salads are delicate creatures.
Step 3: Chill and forget Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Overnight? Even better. That’s when the flavors marry, the texture sets, and the magic happens.
Step 4: Serve and show off Spoon into bowls or dessert cups. Garnish with fruit, crushed grahams, or extra whipped cream.
Notes
Make it ahead the night before for the best flavor and texture.
Swap pineapple for mandarin oranges for a citrusy twist.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: pink lemonade fluff salad recipe, no bake Cool Whip dessert, instant pudding dessert ideas, summer fruit salad