Description
Orange Dreamsicle Salad is a light, refreshing no-bake dessert salad combining creamy vanilla pudding, sweet mandarin oranges, juicy crushed pineapple, fluffy marshmallows, and whipped topping. Perfectly chilled, it offers a delightful balance of fruity and creamy flavors, reminiscent of the classic dreamsicle treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup cold milk
- 1 container (8 ounces) whipped topping, thawed
- 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
- 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Prepare Pudding Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken slightly.
- Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently fold the whipped topping into the pudding mixture until well combined, ensuring a light and creamy texture.
- Add Fruits and Marshmallows: Carefully stir in the undrained crushed pineapple, drained mandarin oranges, and mini marshmallows, mixing until all ingredients are evenly coated with the creamy pudding mixture.
- Chill Before Serving: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill thoroughly before serving.
Notes
- For extra texture and flavor, add shredded coconut or chopped pecans.
- This salad is best served cold and can be made up to a day in advance.
- Ensure the whipped topping is fully thawed for best folding results.
