Julie's Caramel Apple Salad

Indulge in the perfect balance of tart and sweet with Julie’s Caramel Apple Salad—a delightful no-bake dessert or side dish that’s as easy to prepare as it is to devour! This creamy, crowd-pleasing salad combines crunchy Granny Smith and Red Delicious apples with juicy crushed pineapple, fluffy mini marshmallows, and a luscious whipped topping base enhanced with instant vanilla pudding mix. A generous drizzle of caramel sauce ties it all together, while optional pecans add a nutty crunch for extra texture. Ready in just 20 minutes and served chilled, this refreshing treat is perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or any time you crave a taste of fall! Keywords: caramel apple salad, no-bake dessert, easy fall recipe, fruit salad with whipped topping.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 medium Granny Smith apples
• 4 medium Red delicious apples
• 1 can (20 oz) Crushed pineapple
• 1 package (3.4 oz) Instant vanilla pudding mix
• 1 container (8 oz) Cool Whip (or whipped topping)
• 0.5 cup Caramel sauce
• 1 cup Mini marshmallows
• 0.5 cup Pecans (optional, chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the Granny Smith and Red Delicious apples. Core and dice them into bite-sized pieces (leave the skins on for extra color and texture).

Step 2

Drain the can of crushed pineapple, reserving the juice. Set aside the pineapple for later use.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, pour the reserved pineapple juice and sprinkle in the instant vanilla pudding mix. Whisk the mixture together until it thickens slightly, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 4

Gently fold in the Cool Whip (or whipped topping) until the pudding mixture is smooth and creamy.

Step 5

Add the diced apples, drained crushed pineapple, mini marshmallows, and chopped pecans if using. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients evenly.

Step 6

Drizzle the caramel sauce over the salad and fold it in gently to distribute the caramel throughout the mixture.

Step 7

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld together.

Step 8

Serve chilled as a dessert or sweet side dish. Optionally, drizzle more caramel sauce on top before serving for added decadence.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2419.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2546.1

Total Fat 67.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 56.0mg	0%
Sodium 1854.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 513.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 49.0g	0%
Total Sugars 406.5g
Protein 14.9g	0%

Vitamin D 6.4IU	0%
Calcium 273.4mg	0%
Iron 4.7mg	0%
Potassium 2567.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.3%

Protein: 2.2%

Carbs: 75.5%