This easy Marshmallow Fruit Salad is light, fluffy and on the menu for every holiday brunch or dinner. It’s so simple, the kids can make it!
I figure since Easter is on its hippity hoppity way, I would share some of our favorite holiday dishes in the next few weeks, and this easy Marshmallow Fruit Salad will definitely be on the menu. The kids say it wouldn’t be a holiday dinner without it!
Actually, we don’t just save this treat for Easter. In fact, we usually have it on Christmas, Thanksgiving, Independence Day and other special days, as well.
I started making this when my oldest baby was little because she used to be an uber picky eater, and it gave her something to enjoy at family gatherings.
Even today, she still prefers fruit salad over potato salad, which is always on our Easter menu, and her younger siblings completely agree with her. Of course, this is about the easiest dish you can make, so now I leave the preparation up to the kiddos.
And, they will happily walk you through the steps today and give you some of their expert tips.
How to make marshmallow fruit salad
First, drain the fruit, and pour into a large bowl. Then, fold in the whipped topping with a spatula, and make sure it doesn’t get all over the outside of the bowl.
Recipe for Marshmallow Fruit Salad
Marshmallow Fruit Salad
Ingredients
- 2 cans mixed fruit, drained
- 1 8-ounce container of whipped topping, or whipped cream
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Add the drained fruit to a large mixing bowl
- Stir in the whipped topping or whipped cream
- Fold in the marshmallows, and smooth top of salad with spatula. Cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve
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Kelley says
Easter is tomorrow,and I have all I need except for the energy. I haven’t been feeling well (chronic nausea),but i know i need to push thru and do what needs to be done.My 3 deserts for Easter are rice crispy cereal with sprinkles,box carrot cake,and fruit salad which was last minute,which I didnt have a lot of ingredients for.I went looking on Pintrest,and luckily found yours.Everything I have. Will make tomorrow or today,let you know how it turns out,thanks
Dee says
I hope you liked it, Kelley. My kids made it again this year — It’s tradition!
Letissia says
Try adding coconut, cherries, pecans and cream cheese it is a bomb!!
Dee says
Thanks for the tip — I need to try this!
Sophia Scala says
My mom made this for me growing up and I’m still making it and im in my 40’s now with my family I’m making this fresh with real whipped cream!Very delicious!Can’t wait!
Dee says
Yes! Can’t wait to enjoy this on Christmas!
Sierra Murillo says
Do I use two big cans of mixed fruit or two small cans
Dee says
We use 2 15-ounce cans of fruit.
Arlene Gregoire says
This “salad” is mandatory at every Thanksgiving dinner. We call it Grandma Rie’s salad. She was actually my Great-grand mother, so this has been in the family since forever.
Dee says
Family recipes are the best! It wouldn’t be Thanksgiving without this one! 🙂
Nancy says
Used to make this year’s ago but now couldn’t remember the recipe. We used to make a round jelly mold – usually red and put this in the centre. Looks awesome and tastes delicious. Thanks for posting.
Dee says
You’re very welcome! My kids love this during the holidays. 🙂
Star McCowan says
Love this recipe it’s quick easy tasty and family loves it