Description
Creamy, fruity, fluffy, and just a little nutty — this updated take on Pistachio Fluff Salad is a retro dessert that still wins hearts at every gathering. We doubled the recipe to serve a crowd and added crushed cookies and a touch of citrus to make this classic even more unforgettable. Think of it as the no-bake dessert you never knew you needed.
Ingredients
2 (8 oz) containers Cool Whip
2 (20 oz) cans crushed pineapple (with all juice reserved)
4 cups mini marshmallows
2 (3.4 oz) boxes pistachio pudding mix
½ cup crushed pistachios
1 (10 oz) jar maraschino cherries, halved (reserve a few for garnish)
Optional twist: zest of 1 orange or lemon
Optional twist: 1 cup crushed vanilla wafers or graham crackers (for extra texture)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine both boxes of dry pistachio pudding mix with the pineapple (including juice). Stir until well blended.
Fold in the Cool Whip until fully incorporated.
Gently stir in the marshmallows, crushed pistachios, cherry halves, citrus zest (if using), and cookie crumbs (if using).
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until chilled and fluffy.
Before serving, top with extra cherries and a sprinkle of pistachios for a festive touch.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 30 g
- Fat: 8 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Protein: 2 g