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Hawaiian Fruit Salad

Tropical Hawaiian Fruit Salad That Will Brighten Your Day

Try this Hawaiian Fruit Salad for a perfect summer treat, blending vibrant fruits with creamy texture and tropical flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fruit Base
  • 30 oz Fruit Cocktail Opt for canned in juice for best flavor.
  • 20 oz Pineapple Chunks Choose pineapple in juice to keep it light on sugar.
  • 8 oz Mandarin Orange Slices You can swap for fresh mandarins.
For the Creamy Mixture
  • 24 oz Sour Cream Feel free to use Cool Whip for a lighter alternative.
  • 1 box Orange Flavored Gelatin Use the dry powder without preparing it.
For Added Sweetness
  • 10 oz Mini Marshmallows Can be omitted if watching sugar levels.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Hawaiian Fruit Salad
  1. Prepare the Canned Fruits: Drain all canned fruits using a colander and allow them to dry completely.
  2. Mix Sour Cream and Gelatin: In a large mixing bowl, blend sour cream and dry orange flavored gelatin until smooth.
  3. Combine the Ingredients: Fold in drained fruits and mini marshmallows until well-coated with the creamy mixture.
  4. Chill the Salad: Transfer to a serving bowl and chill for at least one hour, up to four hours or overnight.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Gently stir the salad before serving cold for the best taste experience.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, drain fruits thoroughly and chill well. Experiment with different gelatin flavors for unique twists.

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