Orange Fluff Salad
Indulge in the creamy, nostalgic delight of Orange Fluff Salad, a no-bake dessert that's as easy to make as it is to love. Bursting with citrusy flavor from instant orange gelatin, this crowd-pleasing favorite combines the tangy richness of cottage cheese, the sweetness of mandarin oranges and pineapple, and the airy texture of whipped topping. Mini marshmallows bring a fun, pillowy chew to every bite, while the quick 15-minute prep makes this a go-to recipe for busy weeknights, summer gatherings, or holiday buffets. Perfectly chilled and refreshingly light, this retro-inspired dessert salad is guaranteed to brighten any table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 oz Instant orange gelatin mix
- 1 cup Boiling water
- 1 cup Cold water
- 8 oz Whipped topping (thawed)
- 16 oz Cottage cheese
- 15 oz Canned mandarin oranges (drained)
- 20 oz Crushed pineapple (drained)
- 2 cups Mini marshmallows
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the orange gelatin mix and the boiling water. Stir well until the gelatin is fully dissolved, about 2 minutes.
Add the cold water to the dissolved gelatin mixture and stir to combine. Set the mixture aside and allow it to cool to room temperature.
Once the gelatin has cooled, fold in the whipped topping. Gently stir until the mixture is smooth and uniformly combined.
Add the cottage cheese to the bowl and stir gently to incorporate it into the fluffy mixture.
Gently fold in the drained mandarin oranges and crushed pineapple, ensuring the fruit is evenly distributed throughout the salad.
Add the mini marshmallows and fold them carefully into the mixture, ensuring they are evenly mixed without deflating the fluffy texture.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least 2 hours, or until well-chilled and set.
Before serving, give the salad a light stir and spoon it into a serving dish or individual bowls. Optionally, garnish with a few additional mandarin orange segments or mini marshmallows for presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1988 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.5 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.9 g | 134% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 41 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 1415 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 390.5 g | 142% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 318.7 g | ||
| Protein | 34.9 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 349 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1222 mg | 26% | |
*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.
