This Orange Fluff Salad is a creamy and zesty twist on traditional gelatin salad. It's made with layers of orange gelatin, cottage cheese, whipped topping, mandarin oranges, and crunchy marshmallows. This simple jello salad recipe is sure to be a hit at any party or gathering.
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Why this recipe works
- Our Orange Fluff Salad takes only minutes to prepare and everyone will love it!
- The combination of sweet, tangy orange gelatin paired with creamy cottage cheese and crunchy marshmallows is the perfect balance of flavors to create a fabulous orange fluff recipe.
- You can make this orange fluff salad ahead of time. No worries about last-minute preparations.
Ingredients
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- Cool Whip
- orange gelatin box
- mandarin oranges, can
- mini marshmallows
- cottage cheese
- sweetened shredded coconut
Equipment
- Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls
- Wooden Spoon
- can opener
Instructions
This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.
Step 1: Stir together to combine the Cool Chip and orange gelatin powder, no white streaks should be in the mixture in a large bowl.
Step 2: Fold in the drained mandarin oranges, mini marshmallows, cottage cheese, and sweetened shredded coconut and mix until well combined.
Step 3: The salad can be served right away. We recommend refrigerating in a covered, airtight container for at least 1 hour up to 12 for the best flavor before serving.
Eileen's Tips for Success
Before serving, give this fluff salad another stir so that the moisture redistributes well. It makes it creamy again.
How to store, reheat, and freeze
- Storage - Store the orange jello salad with cottage cheese in the fridge in an airtight container for up to five days.
- Freezing - This dish does not freeze well as the gelatin will separate when it thaws.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can use sugar-free gelatin for a reduced-calorie version of this salad.
Yes! This salad is great for making ahead since it needs some time to chill in the refrigerator, you can make it at least 24 hours in advance.
No, fluff salad does not freeze well, so enjoy it while it's fresh! It doesn't last long in my house.
Variations
Do you want to change up this recipe?
- If you want to add more fruit to this salad, you can add in drained crushed pineapple, or drained maraschino cherries.
- Add a little crunch by folding in some toasted chopped pecans or walnuts.
- Add yogurt, or leave out the coconut depending on your tastebuds.
- You could also swap out the gelatin flavors to suit your tastebuds. Try strawberry or cherry for a fresh taste.
Serving Suggestions
- Marinated Chicken Drumsticks
- Grilled Pesto Chicken.
- Oven Roasted Chicken Thighs
- Cheesy Grilled Foil Packet Potatoes and Onions
- Grilled Asparagus
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Orange Fluff Recipe
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Equipment Needed:
Ingredients
- 1 (8) ounce Cool Whip tub
- 1 (3) ounce orange gelatin box
- 1 (14) ounce can, mandarin oranges can, drained
- 1½ cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- mandarin orange slices optional garnish
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Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, stir together 1 (8) ounce Cool Whip and 1 (3) ounce orange gelatin together until no white streaks are in the mixture.
- To the gelatin mixture, add 1 (14) ounce can, mandarin oranges, 1½ cups mini marshmallows, 1 cup cottage cheese , and 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut. Mix until well combined.
- For best results, refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour up to 12 hours to blend flavors. Top wit additional mandarin orange slices for optional garnish.
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