Sweet Cherry Fluff Salad Recipe

This dreamy Sweet Cherry Fluff Salad is a delightful summer side dish, ready in minutes! Perfect for barbecues, family gatherings, and potlucks, this easy recipe is a crowd-pleaser, especially with the kids. Sweet cherries, juicy pineapple, fluffy marshmallows, and crunchy nuts combine with creamy cream cheese and cool whip for a light and refreshing treat. Get ready to impress!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 317.6 kcal
Protein 9g
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Ingredients for Sweet Cherry Fluff Salad

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How to Make Sweet Cherry Fluff Salad

  1. In a large bowl, beat 8 ounces of softened cream cheese until completely smooth and creamy.
  2. Add 14 ounces of sweetened condensed milk and beat until thoroughly combined with the cream cheese.
  3. Gently fold in 2 cups of maraschino cherries (drained), 1 cup of crushed pineapple (drained), 1 cup of mini marshmallows, and 1/2 cup of chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans recommended).
  4. Stir until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
  5. Gently fold in 8 ounces of thawed Cool Whip.
  6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill completely before serving. For best results, chill overnight!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

116g

Fat

50g

Carbs

14g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sweet Cherry Fluff Salad?

Sweet Cherry Fluff Salad takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sweet Cherry Fluff Salad?

Sweet Cherry Fluff Salad has approximately 317.6 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 14 g carbohydrates and 22 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sweet Cherry Fluff Salad?

The key ingredients for Sweet Cherry Fluff Salad are Cream Cheese, Sweetened Condensed Milk, Cherry Pie Filling, Crushed Pineapple, Mini Marshmallows, Nuts. See the full list with measurements above.

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