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Fruit Salad with Cool Whip

Fruit Salad with Cool Whip

This Fruit Salad with Cool Whip is a sweet and creamy delight, perfect for any occasion, from holiday feasts to casual brunches. With just a handful of vibrant fruits combined with fluffy Cool Whip, this refreshing dish is not only visually appealing but also incredibly simple to prepare. In just 5 minutes, you can create a colorful medley that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Its versatility allows you to tailor it to your taste by using seasonal fruits or adding your favorite toppings. Whether served in individual cups or as a centerpiece on a buffet table, this fruit salad is sure to be a hit at any gathering.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz. Cool Whip (thawed)
  • 10 oz. maraschino cherries (drained)
  • 1/2 cup seedless green grapes (halved)
  • 1/2 cup seedless red grapes (halved)
  • 2 cups miniature marshmallows
  • 10.5 oz. can mandarin oranges (drained)
  • 10 oz. can pineapple tidbits (drained)
  • 2/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the thawed Cool Whip with reserved cherry juice and mix until blended.
  2. Gently fold in the maraschino cherries, halved green and red grapes, miniature marshmallows, drained mandarin oranges, drained pineapple tidbits, shredded coconut, and chopped pecans until well combined.
  3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No Cooking Required
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 35g
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 39g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Customize your salad by adding seasonal fruits like strawberries or blueberries for extra flavor. For added crunch, consider incorporating nuts or seeds according to your preference. Chill the fruit salad before serving to enhance the melding of flavors.