Strawberry Fluff Salad
This creamy and sweet Strawberry Fluff Salad is a quick and easy dessert or side dish made with fresh strawberries, whipped topping, and mini marshmallows. Perfect for potlucks, holidays, or summer BBQs, this no-bake recipe is bursting with fruity flavor and nostalgic charm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-bake, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
- 1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix (do not prepare)
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut (optional)
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and milk until thickened (about 2 minutes).
- Fold in the whipped topping until well combined.
- Gently stir in the chopped strawberries, mini marshmallows, crushed pineapple, and coconut (if using).
- Add chopped nuts if desired, and mix gently.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use sugar-free pudding and light whipped topping.
- You can substitute frozen strawberries (thawed and drained) if fresh ones aren’t available.
- Make ahead the night before for even better flavor and texture.
Find it online: https://yumfamilyrecipes.com/strawberry-fluff-salad/
