Description
Creamy pineapple fluff delights dessert enthusiasts with its tropical charm. Smooth marshmallow and tangy pineapple blend into a refreshing treat that cools summer gatherings and brings sweet comfort to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 (20 ounces / 567 grams) can crushed pineapple, undrained
- 1 (8 ounces / 227 grams) tub whipped topping, thawed
- 1 (3.4 ounces / 96 grams) box instant vanilla pudding mix
Textural/Complementary Ingredients:
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- ½ cup shredded sweetened coconut
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
Garnish Ingredients:
- Maraschino cherries (optional)
- Extra chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Empty the entire can of crushed pineapple into a spacious mixing vessel, ensuring to include all the natural fruit juices, then introduce the dry pudding powder.
- Whisk the mixture thoroughly until the pudding powder completely dissolves and integrates with the pineapple, creating a smooth, uniform consistency.
- Allow the pineapple-pudding blend to rest and slightly thicken, giving the ingredients time to meld and develop a rich, creamy texture.
- Gently introduce miniature marshmallows into the mixture, carefully distributing them throughout the base to ensure even placement.
- If desired, incorporate shredded coconut, sprinkling it evenly across the surface and folding gently to maintain the delicate structure of the dessert.
- For additional depth and crunch, fold in chopped nuts, distributing them carefully to prevent sinking to the bottom of the mixture.
- Delicately incorporate whipped topping, using smooth, sweeping motions to maintain the light, airy consistency while ensuring complete integration.
- Transfer the fluffy mixture to a serving container, smoothing the top with a spatula for an elegant presentation.
- Refrigerate the dessert for a minimum of one hour, allowing flavors to harmonize and the texture to set perfectly.
- Before serving, optionally embellish with maraschino cherries, a sprinkle of additional nuts, or a light dusting of coconut for visual appeal and extra flavor dimension.
Notes
- Drain pineapple thoroughly for a lighter, less soggy texture that prevents excess liquid in the dessert.
- Opt for sugar-free pudding mix to reduce overall calories and make this treat more diabetic-friendly.
- Toast nuts before adding to enhance their nutty flavor and provide a delightful crunch to the creamy dessert.
- Experiment with different pudding flavors like vanilla, banana, or cheesecake to create unique variations of this classic fluff.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 163
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg