Description
A creamy, dreamy mix of tart cranberries, sweet pineapple, pillowy marshmallows, and whipped topping, this Easy Cranberry Fluff Salad is a no-bake crowd favorite! Whether you’re planning a quick holiday side, looking for easy dinner ideas, or want a retro-inspired healthy snack to bring to your next potluck, this vibrant pink salad checks all the boxes. It’s sweet, tangy, and perfectly fluffy—ideal for breakfast ideas, dessert spreads, or playful food ideas for the holidays.
Ingredients
2 cups fresh cranberries, finely chopped
0.75 cup granulated sugar
1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
2 cups mini marshmallows
2 cups whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
0.5 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
1. Rinse and dry the fresh cranberries, then pulse them in a food processor until finely chopped.
2. Mix the chopped cranberries with sugar in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
3. Drain the crushed pineapple thoroughly to avoid excess moisture.
4. Stir the pineapple and mini marshmallows into the cranberry mixture.
5. Fold in the whipped topping gently until well combined.
6. If using, fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans.
7. Cover and chill the salad for at least 2 hours before serving.
8. Optionally, garnish with whole cranberries, mini marshmallows, or extra nuts just before serving.
Notes
Let the cranberries macerate in sugar to reduce tartness and develop flavor.
Make sure the pineapple is well-drained to avoid watery salad.
Chill the salad for a minimum of 2 hours to allow the flavors and textures to blend beautifully.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad/Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg