orange dreamsicle salad recipe

Here’s a classic Orange Dreamsicle Salad recipe — a creamy, citrusy dessert that’s super easy to make and perfect for potlucks, holidays, or summer BBQs!

Orange Dreamsicle Salad Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix

• 1 (3 oz) box orange Jell-O

• 1 cup boiling water

• ½ cup cold water

• 1 (8 oz) container Cool Whip (or whipped topping), thawed

• 1 (15 oz) can mandarin oranges, drained

• 1½ cups mini marshmallows

• Optional: 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained

Instructions:

1. Dissolve the Jell-O and pudding mix:
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the orange Jell-O and instant pudding mix. Add 1 cup of boiling water and stir until both powders are completely dissolved.

2. Add cold water:
   Stir in ½ cup of cold water. Mix well and refrigerate for 10–15 minutes, just until slightly thickened (not fully set).

3. Fold in the whipped topping:
   Once slightly thickened, gently fold in the Cool Whip until fully combined and creamy.

4. Add fruit and marshmallows:
   Fold in the mandarin oranges, mini marshmallows, and (optional) crushed pineapple.

5. Chill:
   Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until fully set.

6. Serve:
   Serve cold. Can be garnished with extra mandarin slices or a sprinkle of marshmallows for presentation.