Cherry Fluff

Why this recipe works

This light, airy, and cherry-licious dessert is so simple to make. Cherry fluff consists of crushed pineapple, cool whip, and cherry pie filling and makes one heck of a pretty presentation with its soft pink color and fun garnishes. It’s a twist on the classic ambrosia salad and is amazing in its own right!

This is a great dish to make for Easter, Valentine’s Day, Christmas, or summer gatherings.

Ingredients you will need

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Ingredient Info and Substitution Suggestions

FILLING – What makes this dessert stand out is marshmallows and the combination of pineapple and cherries. Optional mix-ins are always encouraged as the chopped pecans add a nice crunch and shredded coconut gives it more texture. Make this cherry fluff lower in its sugar count by using sugar-free counterparts of the ingredients listed below.

How to Make Cherry Fluff

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1. Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
2. Chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
3. Serve in dessert dishes garnished with optional mix-ins, whipped cream, and a cherry.

Frequently Asked Questions

It couldn’t be easier to make this gorgeous cherry fluff salad. Enjoy it topped with chopped pecans, shredded coconut, a dollop of whip cream, and of course, a cherry!

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Cherry Fluff

This beautiful cherry fluff consists of crushed pineapple, cool whip, and cherry pie filling. It makes one heck of a pretty presentation with its soft pink color and fun garnishings.

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Course: Desserts

Servings: 12 servings

2 hours hrs 5 minutes mins

Calories: 246

Author: Amanda Davis

Ingredients

• ▢ 20 oz crushed pineapple 1 can, drained well
• ▢ 14 oz sweetened condensed milk 1 can
• ▢ 8 oz Cool whip 1 tub, plus more for garnish
• ▢ 21 oz cherry pie filling 1 can
• ▢ 2 cups miniature marshmallows

Optional Mix-Ins

• ▢ 1 cup shredded coconut unsweetened or sweetened
• ▢ ½ cup pecans chopped

Things You’ll Need

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  Mixing bowls

Before You Begin

• The nutrition facts for this recipe do not include the optional additions of chopped pecans and shredded coconut.

Instructions

• Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
• Chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
• Serve garnished with optional mix-ins, whipped cream, and a cherry.

Expert Tips & FAQs

• You can store this dessert in an air-tight container or a bowl tightly covered with cling wrap in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 246cal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 72mg | Potassium: 254mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 247IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 128mg | Iron: 1mg

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This post was originally published here on March 18, 2021.