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Orange Fluff Jello Salad Recipe

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This refreshing Orange Fluff Jello Salad combines creamy cottage cheese with tangy orange jello, sweet mandarin oranges, crushed pineapple, mini marshmallows, and light whipped topping. It’s a delightful, chilled dessert or side dish perfect for potlucks, picnics, or holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups small curd cottage cheese
  • 3.4 ounces orange jello powder
  • 14 ounces mandarin oranges, canned and drained
  • 20 ounces crushed pineapple, drained
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows
  • 8 ounces frozen whipped topping, thawed

Instructions

  1. Combine Cottage Cheese and Jello: In a large mixing bowl, add the 2 cups of small curd cottage cheese. Sprinkle the 3.4 ounces of orange jello powder evenly over the cottage cheese, then gently mix together until well combined.
  2. Add Fruit: Pour in the 14 ounces of drained mandarin oranges and 20 ounces of drained crushed pineapple into the bowl. Stir thoroughly to blend the fruit evenly throughout the cottage cheese and jello mixture.
  3. Incorporate Marshmallows and Whipped Topping: Add 2 cups of mini marshmallows and 8 ounces of thawed frozen whipped topping to the bowl. Stir gently but thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and fluffy.
  4. Chill Before Serving: Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a lid. Place it in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the jello to set. Serve cold for the best texture and taste.

Notes

  • Ensure the canned fruits are well drained to avoid excess liquid diluting the salad.
  • This salad is best served chilled and eaten within 24 hours for freshness.
  • Mini marshmallows provide sweetness and texture; however, you can reduce the amount if you prefer less sweetness.
  • Use small curd cottage cheese for the best texture in this recipe.
  • For a lighter version, consider using reduced-fat cottage cheese and whipped topping.

Keywords: orange fluff salad, jello salad, cottage cheese salad, mandarin orange dessert, pineapple salad, no bake dessert, holiday salad

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