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Eye-level close up of Better Than Sex Fruit Salad showing the thick white whipped cream base and mandarin segments. (Better Than Sex Fruit Salad)
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Better Than Sex Fruit Salad: The Creamiest 5-Ingredient Dessert Recipe

A heavenly, cloud-like dessert salad featuring juicy mandarin oranges, crushed pineapple, and fluffy marshmallows folded into a sweet whipped base. Perfect for potlucks and holiday gatherings with a nostalgic, tropical flair.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Desserts, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 8 oz Whipped Topping Thawed (e.g., Cool Whip)
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream 120ml, optional for tanginess
  • 15 oz Mandarin Oranges 425g, canned and very well drained
  • 20 oz Crushed Pineapple 567g, canned and squeezed dry
  • 2 cups Mini Marshmallows 100g, white
  • 1 cup Sweetened Shredded Coconut 93g, divided use
  • 3 Maraschino Cherries With stems, for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Fine-mesh strainer Crucial for draining fruit to prevent a watery salad.
  • 1 Large Rubber Spatula Used for folding to keep the mixture airy.
  • 1 Clear Glass Serving Bowl Best for showing off the vibrant fruit colors.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the mandarin oranges and crushed pineapple in a fine-mesh strainer. Let sit for 15-20 minutes, pressing gently on the pineapple to remove all excess liquid.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the whipped topping and sour cream until smooth and cloud-like.
  3. Gently fold in the drained oranges, pineapple, 1.5 cups of marshmallows, and 1/2 cup of coconut using a rubber spatula. Do not overmix.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the marshmallows to soften and the structure to set.
  5. Before serving, sprinkle the remaining coconut on top and place three maraschino cherries in the center.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalProtein: 1gFat: 9gFiber: 2g

Notes

Ensure the fruit is completely dry to maintain the thick texture.
Keep refrigerated until the moment of serving for the best 'airy' mouthfeel.
Keyword ambrosia salad,Better Than Sex Fruit Salad,marshmallow fruit salad

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