Tropical Fruit Delight

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Tropical Fruit Delight is a creamy and luscious fruit salad that combines a variety of fruits with a sweet vanilla pudding mix and fluffy whipped topping. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or a refreshing dessert, this dish is sure to be a hit. Let’s get started on this delicious and easy-to-make recipe.

Ingredients

  • 1 (30 ounce) can fruit cocktail, juice drained into a bowl
  • 1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks, juice drained into the same bowl as the fruit cocktail
  • 1 (15 ounce) can mandarin oranges, juice drained in a bowl
  • 1 (3.9 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 8 ounces of whipped topping (such as Cool Whip), thawed to a soft, spreadable consistency for easy mixing and a light, fluffy texture.
  • Half a bag of mini marshmallows (or more if desired)
  • Maraschino cherries for color and garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Drain the Fruits
    • Drain the juice from the fruit cocktail and pineapple chunks into a bowl.
    • Drain the mandarin oranges in a separate bowl. Set aside the drained fruits.
  2. Prepare the Pudding Mix
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine the instant vanilla pudding mix with the reserved fruit juices.
    • Stir well until the pudding mix is fully dissolved and the mixture starts to thicken.
  3. Combine the Ingredients
    • Add the drained fruit cocktail, pineapple chunks, and mandarin oranges to the bowl with the pudding mixture.
    • Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until well combined.
  4. Add the Marshmallows
    • Add the mini marshmallows to the mixture and gently stir to combine.
  5. Chill the Salad
    • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill.
  6. Serve
    • Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir.
    • Garnish with maraschino cherries for a pop of color if desired.
    • Serve chilled and enjoy the creamy, fruity goodness of this Tropical Fruit Delight.

Conclusion

Tropical Fruit Delight is a delightful and easy-to-make dessert that combines the best of creamy and fruity flavors. Perfect for any occasion, this refreshing fruit salad is sure to please both kids and adults alike. Enjoy this tropical treat with your loved ones!