Easter Fruit Fluff Salad (Print-Friendly Version)

Creamy fruit salad with marshmallows, pineapple, citrus, coconut, and bright, fluffy texture.

# Ingredients:

01 - 225 grams whipped topping, thawed
02 - 100 grams mini marshmallows, pastel preferred
03 - 425 grams fruit cocktail, well drained
04 - 150 grams pineapple tidbits or crushed pineapple, well drained
05 - 175 grams mandarin orange segments, drained

→ Optional Add-ins

06 - 50 grams shredded sweetened coconut
07 - 100 grams colored Turkish delight or fruit gummies
08 - 60 grams chopped pecans or walnuts
09 - 60 millilitres sour cream or vanilla yogurt
10 - A few drops vanilla or almond extract

# Steps:

01 - Thoroughly drain fruit cocktail, pineapple, and mandarin oranges. Allow fruits to rest in a colander to eliminate excess moisture.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the drained fruit cocktail, pineapple, mandarin oranges, shredded coconut, and Turkish delight or gummies if using.
03 - Fold in the whipped topping and, if desired, sour cream or vanilla yogurt along with vanilla or almond extract, using a rubber spatula. Mix until just incorporated.
04 - Gently fold in the mini marshmallows, ensuring an even distribution without overmixing.
05 - Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 60 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the texture to set.
06 - Stir salad gently before serving and garnish with additional coconut or gummies if desired.

# Notes & Tips:

01 - Ensure fruits are well-drained to prevent a watery consistency.
02 - Preparation is highly adaptable—add-ins like chopped nuts or yogurt create a richer texture.