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The Best Orange Creamsicle Fluff Salad

The Best Orange Creamsicle Fluff Salad for Summer Bliss

The Best Orange Creamsicle Fluff Salad captures the vibrant flavor of mandarin oranges and a creamy texture, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 oz Orange Jello Mix Feel free to swap with lemon jello for a tangy twist!
  • 3.4 oz Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix Can be substituted with 1 cup whipped heavy cream for a homemade touch.
  • 1 cup Boiling Water Essential for dissolving the jello.
  • 0.5 cup Cold Water Helps cool the mixture.
  • 8 oz Cool Whip Consider using light cool whip for a lower-calorie option.
  • 28 oz Mandarin Oranges Juicy delights; no substitutions necessary!
  • 2 cups Mini Marshmallows Feel free to omit them for a healthier twist.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, pour 1 cup of boiling water over 3 oz. of orange jello mix. Whisk vigorously until the jello is completely dissolved.
  2. Stir in 1/2 cup of cold water to cool down your jello mixture. Place the bowl in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Remove the jello from the fridge and whisk in 3.4 oz. of instant vanilla pudding mix until smooth.
  4. Gently fold in 8 oz. of thawed Cool Whip using a clean spatula until fully incorporated.
  5. Add the drained mandarin oranges and 2 cups of mini marshmallows. Carefully mix until evenly distributed.
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect for prepping in advance and enhances flavors when chilled properly.

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