Nena's Pink Gunk

Creamy, fluffy, and delightfully sweet, Nena's Pink Gunk is a nostalgic no-bake recipe that’s perfect as a side dish or dessert. This quick and easy treat combines the tangy richness of cottage cheese with the fruity flavors of strawberry gelatin and crushed pineapple, all balanced by the airy lightness of whipped topping. Mini marshmallows add a playful texture, making every bite irresistibly fun. With just 10 minutes of prep and no cooking required, this retro recipe is ideal for your next potluck, holiday dinner, or family gathering. Serve it chilled for a refreshing and colorful addition to any table.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

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Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

3 ounces Strawberry-flavored gelatin powder
16 ounces Cottage cheese
8 ounces Crushed pineapple (drained)
8 ounces Whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
1 cup Mini marshmallows

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the strawberry-flavored gelatin powder with the cottage cheese. Mix well until the gelatin is evenly distributed throughout the cottage cheese.

Step 2

Gently fold in the drained crushed pineapple. Make sure the pineapple is well-drained to avoid excess liquid.

Step 3

Add the whipped topping to the mixture and fold it in until smooth and evenly combined.

Step 4

Stir in the mini marshmallows to add a touch of sweetness and texture.

Step 5

Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to firm up slightly.

Step 6

Serve chilled as a side dish or dessert. Enjoy!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1048.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1447.1

Total Fat 39.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 40.8mg	0%
Sodium 1127.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 247.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.6g	0%
Total Sugars 200.6g
Protein 37.6g	0%

Vitamin D 18.1IU	0%
Calcium 236.5mg	0%
Iron 0.8mg	0%
Potassium 477.1mg	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: 23.6%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 66.3%