Description
A sweet, creamy dessert salad made with juicy strawberries, mini marshmallows, pineapple, strawberry gelatin, and whipped topping—perfect for potlucks, picnics, and family gatherings.
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 box (3 oz) strawberry gelatin powder (dry)
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
- 8 oz whipped topping (such as Cool Whip), thawed
- 1 cup sour cream
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped strawberries, mini marshmallows, strawberry gelatin powder, and drained pineapple.
- Fold in whipped topping and sour cream until fully combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to blend and marshmallows to soften slightly.
- Serve chilled, either in one large bowl or in individual cups.
Notes
- Add sliced bananas or mandarin oranges for extra fruit variety.
- Mix in a little cream cheese with whipped topping for a richer flavor.
- Top with chopped pecans or walnuts for added texture.
- Use plain Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a tangier taste.
- If adding bananas, toss them in lemon juice to prevent browning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
