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Mandarin Orange Fluff Salad

Mandarin Orange Fluff Salad: A Sweet & Creamy Delight

Mandarin Orange Fluff Salad is a delightful no-bake dessert perfect for gatherings, made with simple ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 box Instant Vanilla Pudding Provides sweetness and creamy texture; can be sugar-free.
  • 1 cup Boiling Water Activates pudding mix.
  • ½ cup Cold Water Helps cool down the pudding mixture.
For the Fluff
  • 1 container Cool Whip Thawed; consider using stabilized homemade whipped cream.
  • 1 can Canned Mandarin Oranges Ensure well-drained for best texture.
  • 1 cup Mini Marshmallows Introduces fluffy sweetness.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • Plastic wrap
  • Serving Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding with 1 cup of boiling water until the mixture is completely smooth and thickened, about 2 minutes.
  2. Stir in ½ cup of cold water into the pudding mixture. Mix until fully integrated, ensuring there are no lumps.
  3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the pudding mixture for 15 minutes.
  4. Gently fold in the thawed Cool Whip into the chilled pudding mixture. Then, add the well-drained canned mandarin oranges and mini marshmallows.
  5. Transfer the mixed salad to a serving dish or individual cups and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 90mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Gentle mixing preserves the fluffiness. Serve in individual cups for better presentation. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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