Fresh Strawberry Fluff Salad
This Fresh Strawberry Fluff Salad is one of those sweet, creamy desserts made with a mix of fresh strawberries, sweet marshmallows, and creamy whipped topping, with a little crunch from pecans and coconut.
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Serve this Strawberry Fluff Salad chilled in a bowl. It pairs nicely with a simple dinner, or you can make it part of a dessert table for parties or holiday gatherings.
You may also like my Banana Split Puff Salad or my Watermelon Feta Salad.
How to Make Fresh Strawberry Fluff Salad
Ingredients you’ll need for this recipe
Step-by-Step Guide
1. Cut the tops off the strawberries, then dice them into about ½-inch pieces.
2. In a large bowl, stir together the crushed pineapple and strawberry gelatin.
3. Add the chopped strawberries, marshmallows, pecans, and coconut. Stir gently to combine.
4. Fold in the whipped topping until everything is evenly mixed.
5. Cover and refrigerate for 2-3 hours, or until ready to serve.
Serve and Enjoy!
Important Recipe Notes
- This salad tastes best after chilling for 2-3 hours. It allows the flavors to meld and the gelatin to set.
- Make sure to remove the tops and dice the strawberries evenly so every bite has a good mix of fruit and fluff.
- Drain the crushed pineapple well to prevent the salad from becoming too watery.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping to keep the salad light and fluffy—avoid overmixing.
- You can substitute pecans with walnuts or skip nuts for a nut-free version.
- Keep the salad covered in the refrigerator until serving. It can stay fresh for up to 2 days.
- Serve chilled in a pretty bowl or individual cups for parties. Garnish with extra strawberries.
Fresh Strawberry Fluff Salad
Ingredients
- 20 oz can crushed pineapple drained
- 3 oz packet strawberry gelatin
- 1 lb fresh strawberries diced
- 2 cups miniature marshmallows
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- ½ cup coconut
- 8 oz whipped topping thawed
Instructions
- Cut the tops off the strawberries, then dice them into about ½-inch pieces.
- In a large bowl, stir together the crushed pineapple and strawberry gelatin.
- Add the chopped strawberries, marshmallows, pecans, and coconut. Stir gently to combine.
- Fold in the whipped topping until everything is evenly mixed.
- Cover and refrigerate for 2-3 hours, or until ready to serve.
