Orange Fluff (Creamy Dessert Salad)

Servings

6–8 servings

Ingredients

• 1 (3 oz / 85 g) box orange gelatin (Jell-O)

• 1 cup boiling water

• 1 (8 oz / 225 g) tub whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed

• 1 cup mandarin orange segments, drained well

• 1 cup mini marshmallows

• ½ cup cottage cheese or vanilla yogurt (optional, but traditional)

Instructions

1. Dissolve gelatin
   In a bowl, dissolve orange gelatin in boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved.

2. Cool slightly
   Let the gelatin cool to room temperature (do not let it set).

3. Fold in creamy ingredients
   Gently fold in whipped topping and cottage cheese (or yogurt) until smooth.

4. Add mix-ins
   Stir in drained mandarin oranges and mini marshmallows.

5. Chill
   Refrigerate for 1–2 hours until fluffy and set.

Taste & Texture

• Light, airy, and creamy

• Sweet citrus flavor

• Soft marshmallow bites

Tips & Variations

• 🍍 Add crushed pineapple (drained well)

• 🥥 Add shredded coconut

• 🥗 For lighter version: use sugar-free gelatin & light whipped topping

• 🧊 Best served cold