A light and creamy dessert salad made with fresh strawberries, strawberry gelatin, and whipped topping. This no-bake treat is easy to prepare and perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or as a refreshing side dish.
Quick Description
Strawberry Fluff Salad is a simple, refreshing dessert made with whipped topping, strawberry gelatin, and fresh chopped strawberries. It’s light, fluffy, and full of sweet strawberry flavor, making it a crowd-pleasing treat for any occasion.
Servings & Timing
Servings: 6–8 servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time: 2–3 hours
Total Time: ~3 hours
Approx. Nutrition (per serving):
Calories: 160
Protein: 1g
Carbs: 32g
Fat: 7g
Fiber: 1g
Ingredients List
For the Salad
- 1 (3 oz) package strawberry gelatin
- 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1 cup boiling water
- ½ cup cold water
Instructions
1. Dissolve the gelatin
In a medium bowl, dissolve the strawberry gelatin in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir well until completely dissolved.
2. Add cold water
Stir in ½ cup of cold water into the gelatin mixture. Let it cool to room temperature (about 10–15 minutes).
3. Mix the whipped topping
Once the gelatin mixture has cooled, fold in the whipped topping until fully combined and smooth.
4. Add the strawberries
Gently fold in the chopped fresh strawberries, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
5. Chill the salad
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 2–3 hours, or until the salad is set and chilled.
6. Serve
Once chilled, serve the fluffy strawberry salad with an optional garnish of fresh strawberries or mint leaves. Enjoy as a light, refreshing dessert or side dish.
