Christmas Fluff
Christmas Fluff is a delightful holiday dessert that combines the sweetness of marshmallows, whipped cream, and fruits with a touch of festive ingredients. It's a creamy, colorful treat that's perfect for holiday gatherings and is sure to impress your guests.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk or electric mixer
- 1 spatula
- 1 serving dish
Ingredients
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup whipped cream (heavy cream)
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- ½ cup maraschino cherries, halved
- ½ cup shredded coconut
- ¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mini marshmallows, crushed pineapple, maraschino cherries, shredded coconut, and chopped nuts.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. This can be done with a whisk or an electric mixer.
- Carefully fold the whipped cream into the fruit and marshmallow mixture until well combined.
- Add the vanilla extract and almond extract, gently folding them in.
- Transfer the mixture to a serving dish and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
- For a customized version, consider adding different fruits like mandarin oranges or diced apples.
- To make a lighter version, you can use low-fat whipped topping instead of heavy cream.
- This dish can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator for optimal taste.
Notes
You can customize the ingredients by adding different fruits like mandarin oranges or diced apples.
For a lighter version, you can use low-fat whipped topping instead of heavy cream.
This dish can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator for optimal taste.