Description
This Hawaiian Pineapple Coconut Fluff is a light, creamy no-bake dessert that combines the tropical flavors of crushed pineapple, shredded coconut, and mini marshmallows with a fluffy whipped topping and instant vanilla pudding. Perfect for a refreshing and sweet treat, it can be prepared ahead of time and chilled to meld the flavors beautifully.
Ingredients
Scale
Fluff Base
- 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping (thawed)
- 1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix
- ½ cup sour cream
Fruits and Mix-ins
- 1 cup crushed pineapple (with juice)
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- ½ cup chopped pecans (optional)
Garnish
- Maraschino cherries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare pudding mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and sour cream until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
- Add pineapple: Stir in the crushed pineapple with its juice thoroughly into the pudding mixture, ensuring even distribution.
- Fold in fluff and add-ins: Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping, shredded coconut, mini marshmallows, and chopped pecans if using. Carefully mix until all ingredients are well incorporated, preserving the fluffiness.
- Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the fluff for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the mixture to set.
- Serve with garnish: Before serving, garnish with maraschino cherries if desired for a classic tropical touch and extra color.
Notes
- This dessert can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator to enhance flavor.
- For a tropical variation, consider adding mandarin oranges or substituting vanilla pudding with coconut pudding mix.
- Use unsweetened shredded coconut if you prefer a less sweet version of the fluff.
