Description
Dreamy Strawberry Fluff Salad offers a delightful fusion of creamy marshmallow, tangy cream cheese, and sweet strawberries. Cool summer memories dance on your palate with each refreshing spoonful of this nostalgic Midwestern classic.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Ingredients:
- 2 cups (473 ml) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup (150 g) chopped pineapple, drained
Dairy and Cream Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml) sour cream
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) whipped cream (or Cool Whip)
Sweet and Fluffy Ingredients:
- 1 cup (50 g) mini marshmallows
- 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar (optional, adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the fruits by washing strawberries thoroughly and dicing them into bite-sized pieces. Drain pineapple chunks completely to prevent excess liquid.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, combine the fresh strawberries, miniature marshmallows, and pineapple chunks, ensuring even distribution.
- Create a smooth cream base by whisking sour cream with granulated sugar until the mixture becomes silky and uniform.
- Gently incorporate whipped cream into the sour cream mixture, folding with a light touch to maintain the airy texture.
- Pour the creamy blend over the fruit and marshmallow medley, carefully folding until each element is evenly coated and glistening.
- Seal the bowl with a tight-fitting lid or plastic wrap, then transfer to the refrigerator for a minimum of 60 minutes to allow flavors to harmonize and chill.
- Before serving, give the salad a delicate stir to redistribute the ingredients and restore its fluffy consistency. Serve cold as a delightful dessert or refreshing side dish.
Notes
- Choose ripe, vibrant strawberries for the most intense flavor and sweetest taste in your fluff salad.
- Drain pineapple chunks thoroughly to prevent excess liquid from making the salad watery and losing its delightful fluffy texture.
- Consider using low-fat or Greek yogurt as a healthier alternative to sour cream for a lighter, protein-rich version of this classic dessert salad.
- Try additional mix-ins like sliced almonds or shredded coconut to add extra crunch and interesting textural contrast to the creamy, soft salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 222 kcal
- Sugar: 34 g
- Sodium: 35 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 1.5 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg