Description

Strawberry Fluff Salad is a delightful, creamy fruit salad combining fresh strawberries, crushed pineapple, mini marshmallows, and a smooth mix of strawberry Jell-O, instant vanilla pudding, and whipped topping. This easy-to-make dessert requires chilling to let the flavors meld and results in a light, fluffy, and refreshing treat perfect for gatherings or family dinners.

Ingredients

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Gelatin Mixture

3 ounces strawberry Jell-O Mix (1 box)
1 cup hot water
½ cup cold water

Pudding Mix

3.4 ounces instant vanilla pudding (1 box)

Other Ingredients

8 ounces whipped topping (like Cool Whip) (1 tub)
24 ounces fresh strawberries, hulled, halved, and sliced
20 ounces crushed pineapple, drained
10 ounces mini marshmallows (1 bag)

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Instructions

Dissolve Jell-O in hot water: In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the strawberry Jell-O mix in 1 cup of hot water. Stir continuously until the gelatin is completely dissolved to avoid any lumps.
Add cold water and chill: Mix in ½ cup of cold water to the dissolved gelatin mixture and transfer the bowl to the refrigerator. Chill for about 30 minutes or until the mixture slightly thickens.
Mix in pudding and chill again: Once the gelatin mixture has thickened, add the instant vanilla pudding mix and stir thoroughly until fully combined. Return the bowl to the refrigerator and chill for an additional 30 minutes to help the mixture set properly.
Fold in whipped topping: Gently fold the whipped topping into the chilled mixture, taking care to maintain its light and airy texture. Blend until the whipped topping is evenly incorporated throughout.
Add strawberries, pineapple, and marshmallows: Incorporate the fresh strawberries, crushed pineapple, and mini marshmallows into the gelatin-pudding mixture. Fold gently to distribute the fruit and marshmallows evenly without crushing them.
Chill for 2 hours: Transfer the completed salad to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld, and for the salad to fully set and become fluffy.
Serve and enjoy: Spoon the chilled Strawberry Fluff Salad into individual serving dishes or onto a large platter and serve cold for a refreshing, sweet treat.

Notes

For best results, use fresh, ripe strawberries to enhance the flavor and texture of the salad.
Ensure the pineapple is well-drained to prevent excess liquid from thinning the salad.
Chilling times are important to achieve the fluffy and set consistency; do not skip or shorten.
This salad can be made a day ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator.
Mini marshmallows add a playful texture; avoid overmixing to keep them intact.