Description
Orange Creamsicle Salad is a creamy, no-bake dessert that blends the nostalgic flavors of orange and vanilla into a light, fluffy treat. It’s made with orange gelatin, vanilla pudding, whipped topping, mandarin oranges, and mini marshmallows—perfect for potlucks or summer gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 package (3 oz) orange-flavored gelatin mix
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
- 1 can (15 oz) mandarin oranges, drained
- 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Dissolve the orange gelatin mix in 1 cup of boiling water, stirring until completely dissolved.
- Add 1/2 cup cold water and refrigerate until slightly thickened, about 45 minutes.
- Whisk in the instant vanilla pudding mix until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in the thawed whipped topping until well combined.
- Gently fold in the drained mandarin oranges and mini marshmallows.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Use sugar-free gelatin and light whipped topping for a lighter version.
- Do not freeze; it alters the texture.
- Add shredded coconut for a tropical variation.
- Substitute mandarin oranges with pineapple tidbits for a twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
