Description
A light and creamy no-bake dessert made with crushed pineapple, fluffy whipped topping, marshmallows, and coconut for a refreshing tropical treat.
Ingredients
- 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple in juice, undrained
- 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 container (8 ounces) whipped topping, thawed
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherries, drained and halved (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl add the crushed pineapple with its juice.
- Sprinkle the instant vanilla pudding mix over the pineapple and stir until the mixture thickens.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping until the mixture becomes smooth and fluffy.
- Add the mini marshmallows, shredded coconut, chopped nuts, and maraschino cherries if using.
- Stir gently until all ingredients are evenly combined.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour so the dessert can thicken and the flavors blend.
- Serve chilled and garnish with extra cherries or coconut if desired.
Notes
- Use pineapple with juice to help activate the pudding mix.
- Make the dessert a few hours ahead for the best flavor.
- Drain additional fruits well before adding to prevent excess liquid.
- Stir gently to keep the mixture light and fluffy.
- Do not freeze because the texture may separate after thawing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake / Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240 kcal
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
