Snickers Salad

I’m excited to share this fun dessert-salad mashup—Snickers Salad—a creamy, sweet treat combining vanilla pudding, Cool Whip (or whipped cream), chopped Granny Smith apples, and chopped Snickers bars, with an optional caramel drizzle.

Why I’ll Love This Recipe

I love how effortless it is to whip up—I just whisk together pudding and milk, fold in whipped topping, stir in crunchy apples and chocolatey Snickers—and it’s done in minutes. The contrasting textures and flavors—tart apples, creamy pudding, chewy candy—make it irresistible. I find it perfect for get-togethers or as a nostalgic comfort treat.

ingredients

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• instant vanilla pudding mix (about 3.4 oz)

• whole milk (¾ cup)

• Cool Whip (8 oz) or whipped cream (1 cup, whipped to stiff peaks)

• 6 Granny Smith apples (reserve one for garnish)

• 6 full-size Snickers bars (reserve one for garnish)

• ¼ cup caramel sauce (optional, but I think it finishes it beautifully)

directions

1. I whisk together the pudding mix and milk in a large bowl until smooth.

2. I fold in the Cool Whip or whipped cream to make it fluffy.

3. I core and chop 5 of the apples (reserving one for topping), and if making ahead, I toss them with lemon juice or 7‑Up to prevent browning, then pat dry.

4. I chop 5 of the Snickers bars into bite-sized pieces (saving one bar to garnish).

5. I fold the apple and Snickers pieces into the pudding mixture.

6. I cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

7. Just before serving, I top it with the reserved apple pieces, Snickers bits, and drizzle caramel sauce if I want that extra touch.

Servings and timing

This recipe makes about 10 servings and takes roughly 10 minutes of prep time. There’s no cooking involved, which makes it even better when I need something quick and easy.

Variations

I like to switch things up by:

• Using different pudding flavors—like butterscotch, caramel, French vanilla, or chocolate.

• Mixing in other candy bars in place of or alongside Snickers—Twix, Rolos, Milky Way, or 3‑Musketeers.

• Drizzling butterscotch instead of caramel sauce.

• Adding extra fruit—grapes, strawberries, or even bananas—for more variety.

storage/reheating

I store the salad in the fridge, where it keeps well for a couple of days if I treat the apples to prevent browning (with lemon juice or soda).
No reheating needed—it’s best served chilled.

FAQs

Can I make this in advance?

Yes—I can make it ahead, just tossing apples with lemon juice or 7-Up to keep them from browning, then pat dry and stir in. It stays good in the fridge for a couple of days.

Can I double the recipe?

Absolutely! I scale it up as much as needed for a crowd—double, triple—it holds up well.

What apples should I use?

I lean toward Granny Smith for the tartness that balances the sweetness, but if I prefer sweeter apples, I’ll use Gala, Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Pink Lady—it all works.

What if I don’t have Cool Whip?

No problem—I whip up heavy whipping cream to stiff peaks and use that instead, sometimes sweetening or flavoring it a bit.

Is Snickers Salad really a salad?

It’s a dessert salad—a sweet dish that blends ingredients like pudding, whipped topping, apples, and candy bars. It’s more dessert than traditional salad, but still loved at potlucks and parties.

Conclusion

I love that Snickers Salad is so quick, fun, and versatile. Whether I’m in need of a nostalgic crowd-pleaser or a no-fuss dessert for a potluck, it never disappoints. With its creamy base, crunchy fruit, and candy bar indulgence, it’s a simple reminder that dessert and salad can happily coexist.

Snickers Salad

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• Author: Lidia
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 10 minutes
• Yield: 10 servings
• Category: Dessert
• Method: No-bake
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

Snickers Salad is a sweet and creamy dessert ‘salad’ that combines instant vanilla pudding, Cool Whip, tart Granny Smith apples, and chopped Snickers bars, topped optionally with caramel sauce. It’s a nostalgic, no-bake treat perfect for potlucks and gatherings.

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Ingredients

• 1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix
• 3/4 cup whole milk
• 8 oz Cool Whip or 1 cup whipped cream
• 6 Granny Smith apples (reserve 1 for garnish)
• 6 full-size Snickers bars (reserve 1 for garnish)
• 1/4 cup caramel sauce (optional)

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Instructions

1. Whisk together the pudding mix and milk in a large bowl until smooth.
2. Fold in the Cool Whip or whipped cream to combine.
3. Core and chop 5 of the apples (reserve 1 for garnish). If prepping ahead, toss with lemon juice or 7-Up to prevent browning, then pat dry.
4. Chop 5 Snickers bars into bite-sized pieces (reserve 1 for garnish).
5. Fold the chopped apples and Snickers into the pudding mixture.
6. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
7. Before serving, top with reserved apple pieces, Snickers bits, and drizzle with caramel sauce if desired.

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Notes

• Lemon juice or 7-Up helps prevent apple browning if making ahead.
• Use homemade whipped cream if Cool Whip isn’t available.
• Chill thoroughly for best texture and flavor.
• Can easily be doubled or tripled for a crowd.

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Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 serving
• Calories: 320
• Sugar: 29g
• Sodium: 150mg
• Fat: 18g
• Saturated Fat: 9g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 38g
• Fiber: 2g
• Protein: 3g
• Cholesterol: 10mg