Fruit Fluff Salad with Cranberry, Cherry and Pineapple
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Fruit Fluff Salad with Cranberry, Cherry and Pineapple
Description
Fruit Fluff Salad with Cranberry, Cherry and Pineapple is a refreshing and airy mixture highlighting fresh cranberries and cherries alongside crushed pineapple. The fruit is tossed with sugar and allowed to rest briefly, which helps balance tartness and enhances overall flavor. After draining excess moisture, chopped pecans and mini marshmallows are added for texture and sweetness before folding in a generous amount of whipped cream. This results in a fluffy, creamy salad with varied textures and bright fruit flavors.
The inclusion of finely minced cranberries is important to mitigate bitterness and ensure a pleasant, cohesive flavor. The whipped cream binds the ingredients for a light, dessert-like salad that doesn't overwhelm with heaviness. The pecans provide a nutty crunch against the soft marshmallows and whipped cream.
This salad is best served shortly after assembling to maintain the textures but can be refrigerated up to six hours. It works well as a colorful accompaniment at gatherings or a sweet dish on its own during warmer months.
To achieve the desired texture, chopping the cranberries finely is key, as larger pieces introduce bitterness. Gently folding preserves the fluffiness without crushing the fruit or marshmallows.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cherries defrosted and chopped, frozen
- 1 cup cranberries finely minced, fresh
- 1 cup pineapple drained, crushed
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 cup pecans , roughly chopped
- 1 1/2 cup mini marshmallows
- 3 cups Whipped Cream
Instructions
- Combine cherries, cranberries and pineapple with sugar in a mixing bowl. Toss well and set aside for 30 minutes at room temperture.
- Drain any excess liquid. Add pecans and mini marshmallows. Gently fold in whipped cream.
- Fluff is best served immediately but can be covered and refrigerated for up to 6 hours.
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was!
Notes
- Chop cranberries finely to reduce bitterness and improve the salad's flavor balance.
- Serve the salad soon after preparation for the best texture, though it can be refrigerated up to 6 hours.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 211 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 211kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 10mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 233mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 25g | 50% |
| Vitamin A | 220IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 10.7mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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