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A bowl of light and fluffy Strawberry Fluff Salad with fresh strawberries and whipped cream

Strawberry Fluff Salad

A cozy, nostalgic salad that's sweet, creamy, and perfect for potlucks or summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 7 servings
Course: Dessert, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 package 3 oz package strawberry gelatin
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 1 container 8 oz whipped topping (like Cool Whip) Use chilled for better texture.
  • 1 can 16 oz crushed pineapple, drained Drain well to avoid a runny mix.
  • 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped Chop just before folding to stay bright.
  • 1/2 cup sour cream

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pour 1 cup boiling water over the strawberry gelatin in a large bowl. Stir until completely dissolved and glossy.
  2. Add 1/2 cup cold water and stir. Let the mixture cool to room temperature; it should be warm, not hot.
  3. Gently fold in the whipped topping until smooth and pale pink, using a rubber spatula for a light touch.
  4. Drain the crushed pineapple very well and pat strawberries dry to prevent the salad from getting watery.
  5. Add the pineapple, mini marshmallows, chopped strawberries, and sour cream to the bowl. Stir gently to combine until fluffy and even.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set and slightly firm. Serve chilled.

Notes

Chill the bowl and spatula before folding to keep the fluff firm. If it turns watery, drain more pineapple and fold less aggressively. Stir in a teaspoon of vanilla for warmth or swap marshmallows for chopped toasted almonds for crunch.