This strawberry fluff is a simple, no-bake dessert that’s easy to make and perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings. It combines basic ingredients like vanilla pudding, strawberry pie filling, juicy strawberries, marshmallows, and cool whip, making it the best no-bake recipe.
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I absolutely love how effortless this sweet treat is to prepare. You simply mix everything in a bowl and pop it in the fridge to chill—no need to fuss with the oven. It’s my go-to solution for family gatherings and special occasions and is a potluck favorite. This no-bake dessert recipe is a regular in my house during strawberry season, and I’m sure it will become a regular in yours, too.
If you like this easy recipe, be sure to check out my Oreo Fluff for more no-bake fluffiness!
Simple Ingredients
- Instant vanilla pudding mix – Adds creamy texture and a hint of vanilla flavor to the dessert.
- Milk – To make the pudding. Use cold milk for the best results.
- Strawberry pie filling – Adds sweet strawberry flavor and the fun pink color.
- Fresh strawberries – Introduces juicy freshness and natural sweetness to the fluff.
- Mini marshmallows – Adds a soft and subtle chewy texture.
- Cool whip – Adds lightness and a fluffy texture.
Simple Steps for Making the Strawberry Fluff Dessert
1. Prepare the pudding – In a large bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding and milk until well combined and thickened.
2. Add mix-ins – Stir in the strawberry pie filling, diced fresh strawberries, and mini marshmallows until evenly distributed throughout the pudding mixture.
3. Fold in the whipped topping – Gently fold in the cool whip until fully incorporated.
4. Chill and serve – Chill the strawberry fluff in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together and the dessert to set. Garnish with additional strawberries and marshmallows if desired, and enjoy!
Variations and substitutions
Homemade whipped cream – nstead of Cool Whip, you can use homemade sweetened whipped cream. Simply whip together heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form, then fold it into the mixture in place of the Cool Whip.
Homemade pie filling – Use two cups of homemade pie filling instead of the canned filling.
Different fruit fillings – Experiment with different fruit fillings such as blueberry, cherry, or peach to create unique flavor combinations.
Graham cracker crust – Make a strawberry fluff pie by adding the mixture to a graham cracker crust.
Chocolate strawberry fluff – Substitute chocolate pudding for the vanilla pudding and add mini chocolate chips for a chocolatey twist.
Frozen dessert – Freeze the strawberry fluff mixture in popsicle molds for a frozen treat on hot summer days.
Tips for success
- Use instant pudding – Be sure to use instant pudding mix rather than cook-and-serve. Instant pudding sets quickly and is essential for achieving the right consistency in this no-bake dessert.
- Gently fold in cool whip – When adding the cool whip to the mixture, fold it in gently to maintain its light and fluffy texture. Overmixing can cause the cool whip to deflate and become watery.
- Chill before serving – Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and allow the strawberry fluff to chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. Chilling helps the flavors meld together and allows the dessert to set properly for the best taste and texture.
- Use fresh strawberries – Avoid using frozen strawberries as they can release excess water, resulting in a soupy texture. Opt for fresh strawberries for the best results and flavor in your strawberry fluff recipe.
How to store the Strawberry Fluff Dessert
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
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Strawberry Fluff Dessert
Ingredients
- 1 (3.4 ounce) box of instant vanilla pudding
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 (20 ounce) can of strawberry pie filling
- 2 cups fresh strawberries diced
- 3 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 (8 ounce) tub of whipped topping thawed
Instructions
- Add the pudding and milk to a large bowl and whisk until well combined. The mixture will be thick.
- Stir in the pie filling, diced strawberries and mini marshmallows.
- Fold in the whipped topping.
- Chill for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
Nutrition
Disclaimer: Nutrition information is estimated based on automated calculations and should be considered as an approximation. These estimates are provided as a courtesy. Please use your own brand’s nutritional values to verify accuracy.
Esme Slabbert
Saturday 15th of June 2024
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