When you need a crowd-pleasing side dish or dessert to bring to an event, this Lime Fluff Salad is a quick and easy recipe that will wow everyone!
This classic recipe is a deliciously tart and fruity side dish made with Jell-O, Cool Whip and marshmallows. It is a satisfying salad to bring to a cookout, tailgate party or BBQ.
This salad can be made in only 10 minutes!
We love Fluff recipes because they are so easy and so popular. Be sure to see these variations, too:
How to Make Lime Fluff Salad
Yields: 10-12
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Rest Time: 8 Hours (optional)
Ingredients
- One 16-oz. Tub Whipped Topping (such as Cool Whip)
- One 3-oz. Box Lime Gelatin Powder (such as Jell-O)
- One 20 oz. Can Crushed Pineapple, undrained
- 2 Cups Fruity Mini Marshmallows
- 1 Cup Sour Cream
- 1 Cup Sweetened Shredded Coconut Flakes
- Extra whipped topping, lime wedges, cherry and marshmallows for garnish (optional)
Directions
Combine the whipped topping and lime gelatin powder in a large mixing bowl. Stir together until no white streaks remain.
Add the remaining ingredients into the whipped topping mixture. Fold them together, stirring gently, until fully combined.
Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator, covered, for at least 8 hours to let the flavors develop more fully.
Add garnishes, if desired.
While this old-fashioned lime fluff salad with pineapple can be served in one big bowl at a party, it is also great served in single-size serving dishes, too.
Helpful Tips
- Lime fluff can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You will want to cover it with plastic wrap or a lid when storing it so that it doesn’t dry out.
- Do not freeze this dessert ahead of time. It doesn’t freeze well.
- You can make lime fluff in advance! In fact, I highly suggest doing so in order to get the best flavor out of the dish.
- The marshmallows will get softer and gooier after storing for a day or two. Don’t worry! This is normal. And I think it tastes better that way.
- If you have been storing the fluff salad for a day or two, you will want to stir it well before serving. Some of the liquid from the fruit will condense on the top, which is normal, but not great for presentation.
- Want a stronger lime flavor? Drain the crushed pineapple before adding it to the bowl, then add in 2 Tablespoons of lime juice.
- You can swap cottage cheese for the sour cream if you would like.
- Regular mini marshmallows can be substituted for the fruity ones.
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This lime pineapple fluff salad is delicious served with grilled entrees, such as: