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Nostalgic Creamy Fruit Cocktail Salad

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  • Author: quickdish
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Chilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful fruit salad combining a vivid spectrum of fruits, tender marshmallows, and luscious creaminess, perfect for gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cans (15 oz) Canned Fruit Cocktail
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks (drained)
  • 1 cup Mandarin Oranges (drained)
  • 1 cup Mini Marshmallows
  • 8 oz Whipped Topping (thawed)
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream
  • 1/4 cup Maraschino Cherries (optional)
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Coconut (optional)
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Nuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Gather all your ingredients on the counter.
  2. Combine the whipped topping and sour cream in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
  3. Add the drained fruit cocktail, pineapple chunks, mandarin oranges, and mini marshmallows, folding gently.
  4. Customize with shredded coconut or chopped nuts, and maraschino cherries if desired.
  5. Chill covered in the refrigerator for at least 60 minutes.
  6. Serve in bowls or on dessert plates, garnished as desired.

Notes

Chill the mixing bowl beforehand for easier mixing. Always drain canned fruits well to avoid a soggy salad.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg