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Strawberry Fluff Salad

Best Strawberry Fluff Salad – A Light and Creamy Treat

This Strawberry Fluff Salad offers a light and creamy texture perfect for any gathering, featuring sweet strawberries and a delightful combination of flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gelatin Base
  • 1 box Strawberry-Flavored Gelatin Mix Consider sugar-free for a healthier option.
  • 2 cups Boiling Water Activates the gelatin.
  • 1 cup Cold Water Balances temperature for mixing.
For the Fruit and Texture
  • 1 can Crushed Pineapple (with Juice) Can substitute with mandarin oranges.
  • 2 cups Sliced Fresh Strawberries Replace with preferred fruit, like banana or peach.
For Added Sweetness
  • 2 cups Mini Marshmallows Fruit-flavored ones can be used.
For Creaminess
  • 2 cups Whipped Topping (like Cool Whip), thawed Use coconut whipped cream for dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese (optional) Substitute with Greek yogurt if desired.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • kettle
  • refrigerator

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by boiling water in a kettle. In a large mixing bowl, combine the strawberry-flavored gelatin mix with 2 cups of boiling water and stir vigorously for 2-3 minutes until fully dissolved.
  2. Next, add 1 cup of cold water to the dissolved gelatin and mix thoroughly.
  3. Fold in a can of crushed pineapple along with its juice into the gelatin mixture. Stir gently to combine and transfer it to the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
  4. Once the gelatin has chilled, fold in 2 cups of mini marshmallows, 2 cups of thawed whipped topping, and 2 cups of sliced strawberries.
  5. If using, fold in 1 cup of cottage cheese for added creaminess.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a serving dish and cover it with plastic wrap. Chill for at least 1 hour.
  7. Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir and garnish with additional fruit if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Strawberry Fluff Salad is perfect for summer gatherings and can be customized with various fruits.

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