Cool Whip Salad Recipe

This nostalgic recipe, passed down through generations, is a ridiculously easy and refreshing no-bake dessert! Sweet, creamy Cool Whip blends perfectly with tangy cottage cheese, creating a surprisingly delightful base for your favorite fruits and marshmallows. Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or a simple weeknight treat. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 495 mins
Calories 276.4 kcal
Protein 15g
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Ingredients for Cool Whip Salad

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How to Make Cool Whip Salad

  1. In a large bowl, combine 1 (3 ounce) package of strawberry gelatin (or your favorite flavor) with 1/2 cup of boiling water. Stir until completely dissolved.
  2. Gently fold in 8 ounces of Cool Whip (1 container).
  3. Add 1 cup of small curd cottage cheese and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  4. Stir in 1 cup of your favorite fruits (strawberries, blueberries, mandarin oranges work well!), and 1/2 cup of mini marshmallows.
  5. Pour the mixture into a 9x13 inch dish or individual serving containers.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

143g

Fat

37g

Carbs

14g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cool Whip Salad?

Cool Whip Salad takes about 510 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 495 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cool Whip Salad?

Cool Whip Salad has approximately 276.4 calories per serving, with about 15 g protein, 14 g carbohydrates and 14 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cool Whip Salad?

The key ingredients for Cool Whip Salad are Cool Whip, Small Curd Cottage Cheese, Lemon Jell O Gelatin, Pineapple Tidbits, Mandarin Oranges, Miniature Marshmallow. See the full list with measurements above.

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