Circus Peanut Salad
Step right into a nostalgic treat with this vibrant Circus Peanut Salad, a retro-inspired dessert salad that’s as whimsical as it is delicious! Featuring soft, orange marshmallow circus peanuts melted into a bright orange gelatin base, this unique dish is packed with crushed pineapple, fluffy whipped topping, and chewy mini marshmallows for the ultimate combination of textures and flavors. Perfect for dessert tables, potlucks, or a playful addition to your next gathering, this no-bake recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and sets beautifully in the fridge. Sweet, creamy, and delightfully quirky, this vintage circus peanut recipe is sure to spark conversation and satisfy your sweet tooth!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Circus peanuts (marshmallow candies)
- 3 ounces Orange gelatin mix
- 1 cup Boiling water
- 1 cup Cold water
- 8 ounces Canned crushed pineapple (drained)
- 8 ounces Whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip, thawed)
- 1 cup Mini marshmallows
Instructions
Chop the circus peanuts into small pieces (about the size of a mini marshmallow) and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the orange gelatin mix in 1 cup of boiling water, stirring until completely dissolved.
Add 1 cup of cold water to the gelatin mixture and stir well. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature for about 15 minutes, but do not let it set.
Once cooled, stir in the chopped circus peanuts until evenly distributed.
Fold in the drained crushed pineapple, whipped topping, and mini marshmallows until all ingredients are combined.
Transfer the mixture to a serving dish or individual ramekins and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until fully set.
Serve chilled and enjoy the retro sweetness of this playful salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
159 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.1 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 33 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.7 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.9 g | ||
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 13 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 51 mg | 1% | |
*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.
