Description
Chris’s Hawaiian Fluff Salad is a creamy, fluffy salad that features the tropical flavors of pineapple, coconut, and mandarin oranges, all combined with cool whipped topping. It’s a deliciously sweet, fruity treat that’s perfect for summer parties, picnics, or as a side dish at family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 (11 oz) can mandarin oranges, drained
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup mini marshmallows (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained crushed pineapple and mandarin oranges.
- Add the mini marshmallows, shredded coconut, and chopped pecans (if using). Stir gently to combine all the ingredients.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the whipped topping, sour cream, vanilla yogurt, and lemon juice until smooth and well combined.
- Fold the whipped topping mixture into the fruit and marshmallow mixture, gently stirring to combine. Be careful not to break up the fruit.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until well chilled. The salad will thicken as it sets.
- Before serving, garnish with extra mini marshmallows and chopped nuts if desired for a finishing touch.
- Serve chilled and enjoy this sweet, fluffy, tropical treat!
Notes
- If you prefer a different nut, feel free to substitute with almonds, pecans, or even macadamia nuts for a more tropical twist.
- For an extra burst of flavor, you can add a splash of pineapple juice to the whipped topping mixture for more of a tropical kick.
- This salad can be made a day ahead, making it great for meal prep or gatherings.
- If you prefer a lighter version, you can substitute the sour cream with Greek yogurt or use a light whipped topping.
- If you can’t find mini marshmallows, regular marshmallows can be cut into small pieces.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg