Description
A delightful and easy-to-make Cherry Salad that is perfect as a dessert or sweet side dish. This no-bake salad combines cherry pie filling, crushed pineapple, sweetened condensed milk, whipped topping, mini marshmallows, and nuts for a creamy and fruity treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Cherry Salad:
- 1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
- 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple (drained)
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tub (8 ounces) whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cherry pie filling, drained crushed pineapple, and sweetened condensed milk. Stir until well mixed.
- Add Whipped Topping: Fold in the whipped topping until fully incorporated.
- Include Remaining Ingredients: Gently mix in the mini marshmallows and chopped nuts, if using.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until well chilled.
- Serve: Serve cold as a dessert or sweet side dish.
Notes
- For extra texture and flavor, try adding shredded coconut or diced maraschino cherries.
- This salad is best enjoyed within 2–3 days of making.
- You can also serve it in individual cups for parties or potlucks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
