Description
A delightful no-bake dessert combining creamy textures and fruity flavors, perfect for warm days and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping
- 1 can (20 oz) fruit cocktail, drained
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherries (optional)
- Food coloring (optional, for a colorful presentation)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Gradually fold in the whipped topping until well combined.
- Add the fruit cocktail, mini marshmallows, shredded coconut, and nuts, if using.
- Gently mix all ingredients until they are thoroughly combined.
- If you want to add a splash of color, you can include a few drops of food coloring to achieve your desired shade.
- Transfer the mixture to a serving dish and refrigerate it for at least 60 minutes before serving.
- Before serving, you can top it with maraschino cherries if you like.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days. Avoid freezing for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg