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Overhead shot of a white bowl filled with creamy orange fluff salad, topped with mandarin oranges and served with graham crackers.

Orange Fluff Salad

Chef Jenn
Orange Fluff Salad is a nostalgic, creamy dessert made with whipped topping, orange Jell-O, mandarin oranges, crushed pineapple, and mini marshmallows. This no-bake treat is light, fruity, and perfect for potlucks, summer barbecues, or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 164 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 11 ounces mandarin oranges drained
  • 8 ounces Cool Whip thawed
  • 3.4 ounces instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 cup milk cold
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • 1/2 cup coconut shredded
  • Graham crackers or vanilla wafers for serving

Instructions
 

  • Whisk together the pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes until it thickens.
  • Gently fold the Cool Whip into the pudding until smooth and fully mixed.
  • Add the drained mandarin oranges, then stir in the marshmallows and coconut, if using.
  • Refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to chill and allow the flavors to blend.
  • Serve cold. Optional: pair with graham crackers or vanilla wafers for scooping.

Notes

Chef Jenn’s Tips

  • Use cold milk so the pudding sets quickly.
  • Fold in the oranges carefully so they stay whole.
  • A splash of orange juice can boost the citrus flavor.
  • It keeps well in the fridge for up to two days, so you can prep ahead.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cupCalories: 164kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 115mgPotassium: 162mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 364IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 84mgIron: 0.2mg

A Note on Nutritional Information

Nutritional information for this recipe is provided as a courtesy and is calculated based on available online ingredient information. It is only an approximate value. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site cannot be guaranteed.

Keyword cool whip dessert, easy no-bake dessert, orange fluff salad, summer potluck dessert
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