Description
A light and creamy fruit salad combining fresh strawberries with whipped topping and marshmallows for a classic, sweet, and fluffy treat perfect for gatherings or a refreshing dessert.
Ingredients
4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
1 cup mini marshmallows
1 (8 oz) container whipped topping, thawed
1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
1 tablespoon sugar (optional, adjust based on sweetness of fruit)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, mini marshmallows, and drained crushed pineapple.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping until everything is evenly coated.
- If desired, stir in chopped nuts for added crunch.
- Taste the mixture and add sugar if you want it sweeter, folding gently to combine.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and marshmallows to soften.
- Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or dessert.
Notes
Add other fruits: Feel free to add other fruits like blueberries, bananas, or even peaches for a twist.
Use different nuts: Swap in almonds, cashews, or pistachios for a different texture and flavor.
Sugar-free: You can use a sugar-free whipped topping or reduce the sugar for a lighter version.
Add coconut: Stir in shredded coconut for extra texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
