Orange Fluff Salad is a light and airy dessert that’s bursting with citrusy flavor, making it a delightful addition to any gathering. This sweet treat is perfect for potlucks, family dinners, or when you need a simple and refreshing dessert. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep, you’ll have a crowd-pleaser ready in no time.

Bowl of orange fluff topped with a mandarin orange.

Why We Like This Recipe

This Orange Fluff Salad recipe is a family favorite for good reason. It’s easy to make, versatile, and always a hit. Whether you’re serving it at a summer BBQ, a holiday meal, or just as a sweet side dish, it’s sure to be a crowd favorite. The combination of tangy orange gelatin, creamy cottage cheese, and juicy mandarin oranges creates a delightful mix of flavors and textures.

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

Gelatin mix on top of whipped topping in a large glass mixing bowl.

Mix the Gelatin and Whipped Topping: In a large bowl, combine the Cool Whip and orange gelatin powder.

Whipped cream and gelatin whipped together in a bowl.

Stir until the gelatin is fully incorporated, and no white streaks remain.

Mandarin oranges, marshmallows, shredded coconut, and cottage cheese in a large bowl.

Fold in the Remaining Ingredients: Gently fold in the drained mandarin oranges, mini marshmallows, cottage cheese, and sweetened shredded coconut. Mix until everything is evenly distributed.

Chill and Serve: You can serve the Orange Fluff immediately or chill it in the fridge for an hour or two to let the flavors meld. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge, where it will last up to a week, though it’s best enjoyed within 3-4 days.

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.

Storage

To keep your Orange Fluff Salad fresh, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep well for up to a week, though the texture of the marshmallows may become softer over time. Be sure to cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid to prevent it from drying out.

Woman's hand placing an orange slice on top of Orange Fluff.

If you like to enjoy fruity “salads’ for dessert, be sure to check out our recipe for Ambrosia Salad.

Orange Fluff Salad is a versatile and delicious dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. With its creamy texture and refreshing citrus flavor, it’s sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. Whether you’re serving it as a side dish or a dessert, this simple recipe is a must-have for your recipe box. Don’t forget to share it with friends and family – it might just become one of their favorites too!

Orange Fluff Salad

This Orange Fluff Salad is a light and refreshing dessert that's easy to make with just a few ingredients. Perfect for any occasion, it’s a family favorite that combines the tangy flavor of orange gelatin with creamy cottage cheese, juicy mandarin oranges, and fluffy marshmallows.

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Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5

Chill Time: 1

Total Time: 1 5

Servings:

Calories: 322kcal

Author: Lynda – Southern Kissed

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.

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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