Description
Strawberry Jello Fluff is a delightful, no-bake dessert combining the sweet flavors of strawberry jello, whipped topping, crushed pineapple, and mini marshmallows. This light and airy salad is perfect for potlucks, picnics, and holiday gatherings, offering a nostalgic and refreshing treat that’s easy to prepare and sure to please a crowd.
Ingredients
Scale
Jello Mixture
- 1 (3-ounce) box strawberry Jello
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup cold water
Fluff Mixture
- 1 (8-ounce) tub whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
- 1 (20-ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Dissolve Jelly: In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the strawberry Jello in 1 cup of boiling water by stirring until fully dissolved to ensure smooth consistency without clumps.
- Cool Jello: Stir in 1/2 cup cold water to the hot mixture to cool it down, then let it chill slightly until the Jello is cool but not set, achieving the perfect temperature for folding in other ingredients without melting them.
- Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently fold the thawed whipped topping into the cooled Jello mixture until fully combined and smooth, creating a fluffy, creamy texture essential to the fluff salad.
- Add Pineapple and Marshmallows: Carefully stir in the drained crushed pineapple and mini marshmallows, distributing them evenly without deflating the mixture.
- Add Fresh Strawberries (Optional): If desired, fold in the chopped fresh strawberries for added freshness and texture, enhancing the strawberry flavor profile.
- Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until chilled and slightly firm to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to set properly.
- Serve: Serve the strawberry jello fluff cold as a refreshing and nostalgic dessert, perfect for any occasion.
Notes
- This no-bake dessert is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or holiday gatherings due to its ease of preparation and crowd-pleasing taste.
- For a firmer texture, let the fluff chill overnight instead of just 2 hours.
- You can substitute the whipped topping with strawberry-flavored whipped yogurt or cottage cheese for a variation in flavor and texture.
