Description
A festive and creamy fruit dessert bursting with springtime color, sweetness, and a soft, fluffy texture. Perfect for Easter brunches, potlucks, or any joyful gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
- 1 cup mini marshmallows (pastel preferred)
- 1 can (15 oz) fruit cocktail, well-drained
- 1 cup pineapple tidbits or crushed pineapple, well-drained
- 1 cup mandarin orange segments, drained
- 1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut (optional)
- 1 cup colored Turkish delight or fruit gummies (optional)
Optional Add-ins:
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)
- 1/4 cup sour cream or vanilla yogurt
- A few drops of vanilla or almond extract
Instructions
- Drain all canned fruits thoroughly and let sit to remove excess liquid.
- In a large mixing bowl, gently combine fruit cocktail, pineapple, mandarin oranges, coconut, and gummy candy if using.
- Fold in whipped topping (and sour cream or yogurt if using) using a rubber spatula.
- Add marshmallows last and gently fold to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Stir gently before serving and garnish as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 1 hour