Christmas Cherry Salad
Brighten your holiday table with this delightful Christmas Cherry Salad, a festive and refreshing no-bake treat that perfectly captures the spirit of the season. Bursting with juicy fresh cherries, sweet pineapple chunks, fluffy mini marshmallows, and the satisfying crunch of toasted slivered almonds, this creamy fruit salad is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors. A luscious whipped cream dressing, lightly sweetened with powdered sugar and fragranced with vanilla, ties it all together for a luxurious finish. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for make-ahead prep, this colorful holiday side dish or dessert is sure to impress your guests. Garnished with fresh mint leaves, it’s as visually stunning as it is delicious—ideal for Christmas parties, potlucks, or any festive gathering.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cherries (pitted and halved)
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (drained)
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup slivered almonds (toasted)
- 2 cups whipped cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 6 leaves fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved cherries, pineapple chunks, mini marshmallows, and toasted slivered almonds. Gently stir to mix evenly.
In a separate medium bowl, prepare the dressing by mixing the whipped cream, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar. Fold the ingredients together until smooth and uniform.
Pour the whipped cream dressing over the cherry mixture in the large bowl. Use a spatula to gently fold everything together, ensuring all components are coated while maintaining the fluffy texture.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill.
Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir. Transfer to a serving bowl or individual portions, and garnish with fresh mint leaves for a festive touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1472 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.0 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.5 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 85 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 64 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 171.2 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.7 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 120.1 g | ||
| Protein | 30.7 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 423 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1808 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.
