Go Back
+ servings
Strawberry Fluff Salad

Deliciously Light Strawberry Fluff Salad for Any Occasion

This Strawberry Fluff Salad is a light, no-bake dessert perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 3 ounces Strawberry Jell-O Mix Can substitute with flavored gelatin
  • 1 cup Hot Water Use boiling water for best results
  • ½ cup Cold Water
For the Creamy Mixture
  • 3.4 ounces Instant Vanilla Pudding Can experiment with other flavored puddings
  • 8 ounces Whipped Topping Homemade whipped cream works too
For the Fruity Elements
  • 24 ounces Fresh Strawberries Sliced; can substitute with thawed frozen strawberries
  • 20 ounces Crushed Pineapple Drained before mixing
For the Fun Texture
  • 10 ounces Mini Marshmallows Adjust quantity for personal preference

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • refrigerator

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 ounces of strawberry Jell-O mix with 1 cup of boiling hot water. Stir vigorously until dissolved. Set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Stir in ½ cup of cold water thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for approximately 30 minutes until slightly thickened.
  3. Add 3.4 ounces of instant vanilla pudding mix to the thickened Jell-O mixture and gently fold until fully incorporated. Chill for an additional 30 minutes.
  4. Fold in 8 ounces of whipped topping carefully to maintain a light texture. Set aside.
  5. Add 24 ounces of fresh strawberries, 20 ounces of drained crushed pineapple, and 10 ounces of mini marshmallows. Fold gently until evenly distributed.
  6. Transfer to a serving bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up.
  7. Once chilled, serve in bowls or on a platter. Garnish with extra strawberry slices if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 160mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Add marshmallows just before serving if prepared ahead of time to prevent sogginess. Ensure both pudding and Jell-O mixtures are thoroughly chilled for best results.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!