Orange fluff is a refreshing dessert that’s light and airy, with a citrusy flavor that’s sure to please. Making orange fluff is easy, and it only requires a few simple ingredients.
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💖 Why You’ll Like This Recipe
- It’s easy to make – With only a few ingredients and minimal prep time, this dessert is perfect for when you want something delicious but don’t have a lot of time.
- It’s refreshing – The citrusy flavor of the orange combined with the light and airy texture makes this dessert perfect for warm weather.
- It’s versatile – You can dress up this dessert by adding toppings like whipped cream, fresh fruit, or even crushed cookies. It’s also a great addition to any holiday dessert table.
It may be called “salad,” but it’s really a cool, sweet treat that can be enjoyed as a delicious side dish or dessert. Let’s take a look at how to make it.
📝 Ingredients
- 1 Tub Cool Whip (8 ounces)
- 1 Box Orange Gelatin Powder (3 ounces)
- 1 Can Mandarin Oranges, drained (14 ounces)
- 1 ½ Cups Mini Marshmallows
- 1 Cup Cottage Cheese
- 1 Cup Sweetened Shredded Coconut
👩🏻🍳 Directions
Combine the whipped cream and orange gelatin powder in a large mixing bowl.
Mix until no white streaks remain.
Add the remaining ingredients to the jello mixture and fold them in until fully combined.
Serve immediately or store in the fridge, covered, until ready to serve.
📌 Recipe Notes and Tips
- This can be stored in the fridge for up to a week. Cover it with plastic wrap to help prevent it from drying out.
- For best results, make this a day in advance so that the flavors can meld together.
- The mixture will separate some during storage. Simply stir it well before serving to redistribute the ingredients.
- The marshmallows will get much gooier once stored. Don’t be alarmed, this is normal because marshmallows are mostly sugar, and sugar “melts” when it gets moist.
- Swap out various gelatin flavors to change up the entire flavor of the salad. Some people like to use vanilla instant pudding mix in place of gelatin.
- Other popular add-ins are sour cream, yogurt, fruit cocktail, fresh pineapple tidbits, chopped pecans, etc. There have been plenty of variations of fluff salad recipes throughout the years.
🤷🏻♀️ Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can use fresh oranges instead of canned mandarin oranges. Just make sure to remove the peel and pith before adding them to the recipe.
Yes, you can use a different flavor of gelatin powder to change up the flavor of the dessert. Some popular options include Strawberry Jello, Lime Jello, or Raspberry Jello.
This dessert will last in the fridge for up to a week if stored properly in an airtight container. However, it’s best to consume it within 3-4 days for optimal freshness.
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If you like to enjoy fruity “salads’ for dessert, be sure to check out our recipe for Ambrosia Salad.
📖 Recipe
Orange Fluff Salad
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Cool Whip thawed
- 3 ounces Orange Gelatin Powder
- 14 ounces Mandarin Oranges drained
- 1 ½ Cups Mini Marshmallows
- 1 Cup Cottage Cheese
- 1 Cup Sweetened Shredded Coconut
Instructions
- Combine the whipped cream and orange gelatin powder in a large mixing bowl and mix until no white streaks remain.
- Add the remaining ingredients to the jello mixture and fold them in until fully combined.
- Serve immediately or store in the fridge, covered, until ready to serve.
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Notes
- This can be stored in the fridge for up to a week. Cover it with plastic wrap to help prevent it from drying out.
- For best results, make this a day in advance so that the flavors can meld together.
- The mixture will separate some during storage. Simply stir it well before serving to redistribute the ingredients.
- The marshmallows will get much gooier once stored. Don’t be alarmed, this is normal because marshmallows are mostly sugar, and sugar “melts” when it gets moist.
- Swap out various gelatin flavors to change up the entire flavor of the salad. Some people like to use vanilla instant pudding mix in place of gelatin.
- Other popular add-ins are sour cream, yogurt, fruit cocktail, fresh pineapple tidbits, chopped pecans, etc.
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