Nana's Marshmallow Salad

Nana’s Marshmallow Salad is a nostalgic, no-bake dessert bursting with sweet, creamy, and fruity flavors that’s sure to steal the spotlight at any potluck or holiday gathering. This delightful vintage recipe combines pillowy mini marshmallows, tropical canned pineapple tidbits, juicy mandarin oranges, shredded sweetened coconut, and optional maraschino cherries for a pop of color. The luscious dressing, made from sour cream and fluffy Cool Whip, ties all the ingredients together with a tangy-sweet twist that perfectly balances the dessert’s sweetness. Ready in just 10 minutes and best served chilled, this easy make-ahead treat is the perfect blend of creamy, fruity goodness with a touch of nostalgia. Whether you're looking for a crowd-pleasing side dish or a light dessert, this refreshing marshmallow salad is a true classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups mini marshmallows
• 1 cup canned pineapple tidbits (drained)
• 1 cup mandarin oranges (drained)
• 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup cool whip (thawed)
• 0.5 cup maraschino cherries (optional, halved)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the mini marshmallows, pineapple tidbits, mandarin oranges, shredded coconut, and maraschino cherries (if using). Gently toss to distribute the fruit and marshmallows evenly.

Step 2

In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the sour cream and cool whip until creamy and well combined.

Step 3

Pour the sour cream and cool whip mixture over the marshmallow and fruit mixture.

Step 4

Using a rubber spatula, gently fold the dressing into the salad until all ingredients are evenly coated. Be careful not to crush the fruit.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir and transfer it to a serving dish. Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1479.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2926.0

Total Fat 134.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 100.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 115mg	0%
Sodium 388.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 442.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.7g	0%
Total Sugars 327.6g
Protein 17.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 404.3mg	0%
Iron 2.7mg	0%
Potassium 979.7mg	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: 39.7%

Protein: 2.3%

Carbs: 57.9%