Orange Fluff Salad

Creamy Citrus Delight with Marshmallows and Mandarin Oranges

 

 

Ingredients:

 

– 3 ounces orange gelatin mix
– 1 cup hot water
– ½ cup cold water
– 3.4 ounces instant vanilla pudding mix
– 8 ounces whipped topping (1 container, such as Cool Whip)
– 30 ounces mandarin oranges (2 cans), well drained
– 20 ounces crushed pineapple (1 can), well drained
– 10 ounces mini marshmallows (1 bag)

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, dissolve the orange gelatin powder in hot water, stirring until fully dissolved.
2. Add cold water to the mixture and stir well. Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.
3. Once chilled, whisk in the instant vanilla pudding mix until fully combined. Return the bowl to the fridge and chill for another 15-20 minutes.
4. After chilling, gently fold in the whipped topping until evenly incorporated.
5. Add the drained mandarin oranges, crushed pineapple, and mini marshmallows, and fold gently to combine, being careful not to break apart the mandarin oranges.

 

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Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the marshmallows to soften. Enjoy!

Prep Time: 45 minutes | Setting Time: 2 hours | Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
Calories: 413 kcal | Servings: 7 servings

 

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