This strawberry fluff salad recipe is a vintage classic and for a side dish that goes back to a time before I was born, who am I to argue with the name?
Where I come from, salad can mean something green and healthy or it can mean something altogether different…and wonderful.
If you love Jello salads, this is one easy recipe you will definitely want to try.
What I Love About this Potluck Favorite
- Creamy
- Fresh fruit
- Delicious dessert
- Great recipe for sharing
It’s packed with fresh strawberries and mini marshmallows floating in a sweet creamy dessert full of fluffy texture. If you love fluff salad, try this creamsicle orange fluff recipe next!
What’s not to love?
Ingredients
This easy dessert salad starts with a simple mixture of yogurt and strawberry Jello and the rest of the ingredients are layered in.
You will love the slightly tangy flavors in this sweet treat!
Here are the basic ingredients you will need:
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 (3 oz.) package of strawberry flavor Jello
- 6 cups miniature marshmallows
- 8 ounces Cool Whip (or you can make your own fresh whipped cream)
- 2 cups strawberries, tops removed and chopped plus a few extra strawberries for topping
For more Jello recipes, check out our classic strawberry pretzel salad and strawberry Jello poke cake.
How to Make Strawberry Fluff Jello Salad
This no bake dessert recipe comes together easily and it’s great to bring to family gatherings, church dinner, or even Easter brunch.
Below is a visual walkthrough of the simple steps. Please see the recipe card at the end of this post to print and save for later.
In a large bowl, whisk together yogurt and strawberry gelatin, until well combined.
Gently stir in marshmallows, Cool Whip, and chopped strawberries.
Reserve a few fresh berries to add on top of the strawberry fluff recipe.
Cover bowl with plastic wrap and move to the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours, or until ready to serve.
Right before serving, top with additional fresh strawberries and enjoy!
Variations
- Make orange fluff salad by using a orange Jello favor and mandarin slices
- Try adding some crushed pineapple for added texture and sweetness
- Leave out the chopped fruit and use the fluff as a fruit dip
Storage Tips
Fluff recipes make the perfect dessert for the whole family.
Serve chilled for best results and store any leftover salad in an airtight container and refrigerate for 2-3 days.
Print the Recipe
Strawberry Fluff
Be sure to check out my tips and tricks in the post. Scroll up to read!
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 3 ounce package of strawberry flavor Jello
- 6 cups miniature marshmallows
- 8 ounces Cool Whip or you can make your own fresh whipped cream
- 2 cups strawberries tops removed and chopped plus a few extra strawberries for topping
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together yogurt and strawberry gelatin, until well combined.
- Gently stir in marshmallows, Cool Whip, and chopped strawberries. Reserve a few fresh berries to add on top of the strawberry fluff recipe.
- Cover with plastic wrap and move to the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours, or until ready to serve.
- Right before serving, top with additional fresh strawberries and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is estimated. For the most accurate info, always doublecheck with your ingredients.
Barbara
Wednesday 22nd of February 2023
I love these recipes there short and sweet and easy to make.