Refreshing Strawberry Fluff Salad (Print version)
A creamy chilled strawberry fluff salad with fresh berries, pineapple, whipped topping, and soft mini marshmallows.
# Ingredients:
For the strawberry base
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1 large box (6 oz / 170 g) strawberry gelatin
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1 large box (4.6 oz / 130 g) cook-and-serve vanilla pudding mix
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3 cups (720 ml) water
For the fluff
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1 container (16 oz / 450 g) frozen whipped topping, thawed
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3 cups (450 g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
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1 cup (170 g) crushed pineapple, very well drained
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3 cups (150 g) mini marshmallows
Optional garnish
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1/2 cup (75 g) sliced fresh strawberries
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1/2 cup (25 g) mini marshmallows
# Instructions:
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Whisk the strawberry gelatin, cook-and-serve vanilla pudding mix, and water in a medium saucepan until smooth. Cook over medium heat, whisking often, until the mixture reaches a gentle boil and thickens slightly, 4-5 minutes.
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Pour the hot mixture into a large heatproof mixing bowl. Cover and refrigerate until cold and thick, about 4 hours.
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Use a hand mixer on medium speed to beat the chilled mixture until creamy, smooth, and loosened, about 1 minute.
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Add the thawed whipped topping, sliced strawberries, drained pineapple, and mini marshmallows. Fold gently with a spatula until evenly combined.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Garnish with extra strawberries and marshmallows if desired, then serve cold.
# Good to know:
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Total chill time is about 5 hours.
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Best served within 24 hours for the freshest fruit texture.
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Drain pineapple very well to keep the salad fluffy.