Description
Sweet Hawaiian Pineapple Fluff dessert transports taste buds to tropical paradise with creamy, cloud-like texture. Marshmallow and crushed pineapple blend into irresistible summer treat you’ll crave at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
Dairy Ingredients:
- 1 cup marshmallows
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
Sweet/Topping Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Drain crushed pineapple thoroughly, ensuring minimal liquid remains to prevent watery dessert consistency.
- In a large mixing bowl, blend cream cheese and sour cream until smooth and creamy, using an electric mixer at medium speed for 2-3 minutes.
- Add instant vanilla pudding mix to the cream cheese mixture, stirring until fully incorporated and mixture begins to thicken.
- Gently fold whipped cream into the pudding mixture, creating a light and airy texture with careful, consistent strokes.
- Incorporate drained pineapple chunks, mixing evenly throughout the creamy base.
- Sprinkle marshmallows into the mixture, distributing them uniformly for consistent sweetness in each bite.
- Dust powdered sugar over the fluff, gently folding to integrate and enhance overall sweetness.
- If desired, fold in shredded coconut and chopped pecans for additional texture and nutty flavor.
- Transfer the pineapple fluff into a serving dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld and dessert to set completely.
- Before serving, garnish with extra coconut or pecans if preferred, creating an attractive presentation.
Notes
- Drain pineapple meticulously to prevent excess liquid from diluting the creamy texture of the dessert.
- Use room temperature cream cheese for smoother blending and easier incorporation with other ingredients.
- Chill mixing bowl and whisk beforehand for fluffier whipped cream that maintains its volume and lightness.
- Experiment with flavor variations by substituting vanilla pudding mix with coconut or banana pudding for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg