Cherry Cool Whip Salad Cherry Dessert Salad
Indulge in the ultimate nostalgia with this Cherry Cool Whip Salad, a no-bake cherry dessert salad that’s as refreshing as it is irresistible. Featuring a delightful medley of cherry pie filling, crushed pineapple, fluffy Cool Whip, mini marshmallows, and sweetened shredded coconut, this creamy fruit salad is the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and tropical flavors. With just 10 minutes of prep and no cooking required, this crowd-pleaser comes together effortlessly, making it perfect for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or weeknight treats. Add a crunchy twist with optional chopped pecans, or serve it as is for a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Refrigerated until perfectly chilled, this dessert salad guarantees a light, airy bite every time. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, this cherry fluff salad is bound to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 21 oz (1 can) Cherry pie filling
- 20 oz (1 can) Crushed pineapple (drained)
- 2 cups Mini marshmallows
- 1 cup Shredded sweetened coconut
- 8 oz (1 container) Cool Whip (thawed)
- 0.5 cup Chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cherry pie filling and the drained crushed pineapple. Stir gently to mix.
Add the mini marshmallows and shredded coconut to the bowl, and fold them into the fruit mixture.
Gently fold in the Cool Whip until all the ingredients are evenly combined. Be careful not to overmix to maintain the fluffy texture.
If using, fold in the chopped pecans for added crunch and flavor.
Refrigerate the salad for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to set.
Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir and scoop into individual bowls or serve it directly from the mixing bowl. Optionally, garnish with additional coconut or pecans.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2340 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.9 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 839 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 539.9 g | 196% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.7 g | 77% | |
| Total Sugars | 468.4 g | ||
| Protein | 13.0 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 219 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 19.5 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 1800 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
