Strawberry Cotton Candy Salad
A light and fluffy dessert bursting with delightful strawberry flavor, perfect for gatherings.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 250kcal
Equipment
- Large Bowl
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 cups strawberries, chopped Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- 1 cup miniature marshmallows
- 1 8 oz tub whipped topping, thawed
- 1 3 oz package strawberry gelatin
- 1 3 oz package instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1/2 cup water Boiling water is needed to dissolve the gelatin and pudding mix.
- 1 cup cotton candy, preferably pink Add just before serving to maintain fluffiness.
Instructions
- In a large bowl, dissolve the strawberry gelatin and vanilla pudding mix in 1/2 cup of boiling water. Stir thoroughly until completely mixed.
- Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
- Once cooled, gently fold in the whipped topping to keep the mixture fluffy.
- Add the chopped strawberries and miniature marshmallows to the gelatin and pudding mixture. Mix gently.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld.
- Just before serving, gently fold in the cotton candy, allowing it to partially melt and swirl into the salad.
- Serve chilled for a whimsical and delightful dessert.
Notes
Wait to add the cotton candy until right before serving to maintain its fluffy texture. Be gentle when folding in ingredients to keep the mixture light and airy.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Fat: 10g