Orange Fluff
This orange fluff is as light as air and comes together in minutes. It tastes just like an orange creamsicle and is perfect for parties.
Serve with ribs, corn on the cob, Caesar pasta salad, bacon broccoli salad, and a burger for the perfect summer picnic.
I love cold salads, such as cheesecake fruit salad, pea salad, and frog eye salad. You know, if I'm eating a salad, it has Cool Whip and Marshmallows, not veggies. 😉 They're so refreshing and easy to make, too. This orange fluff is going to become your new favorite for every occasion. I've made it so many times I can practically make it in my sleep!
It is great for potlucks, picnics, and holiday dinners. We also love it for holidays with an orange theme, like Halloween. It can easily be doubled to serve a larger crowd and is always quick to disappear.
Ingredient Notes and Shopping Tips
- Orange Jello: You can use regular or sugar-free. I used regular.
- Instant Vanilla Pudding: Again, you can use regular or sugar-free. I used regular French vanilla.
- Cool Whip: I used the extra creamy variety, but any will work fine. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
- Never microwave it, which can cause it to separate.
- If you're short on time, you can also thaw it in a dish of cold water for 30-40 minutes, changing the water out every 10-15 minutes.
- Mandarin Oranges: Be sure to drain before you use them. You can use any other canned fruit such as peaches in their place.
❓FAQs❓
Yes, make it up to one day in advance. The longer it sits the more juices the oranges release which can make the marshmallows soggy. Consider adding them right before serving.
No, I do not suggest that. It doesn't hold up well especially with acidic ingredients like oranges. Homemade whipped cream will make it runny instead of creamy.
Technically, yes but I would not. Mandarin oranges are sweeter and more tender. Fresh oranges can be more sour and have an unpleasant texture.
️Tips ️
- Chill this mandarin orange salad before serving to allow everything to come together. It tastes even better the next day.
- Mix gently so that the cool whip stays light and airy.
- Drain oranges to avoid an overly watery dish.
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Orange Creamsicle Fluff
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Ingredients
- (1) 3 Ounce Box Orange Jello
- (1) 3 Ounce Box French Vanilla Instant Pudding
- 1 Cup Boiling Water
- ½ Cup Cold Water
- 8 Ounces Extra Creamy Cool Whip
- (2) 14 Ounce Cans Mandarin Oranges
- 1 Cup Mini Marshmallows
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine orange jello and boiling water. Stir until combined.
- Stir in cold water, and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.
- Stir in pudding mix, and refrigerate for another 15-20 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Fold in Cool Whip, mini marshmallows, and oranges. Enjoy!
Notes
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- Orange Jello: You can use regular or sugar-free. I used regular.
- Instant Vanilla Pudding: Again, you can use regular or sugar-free. I used regular French vanilla.
- Cool Whip: I used the extra creamy variety, but any will work fine. Thaw overnight in the fridge. If you're short on time, you can also thaw it in a dish of cold water for 30-40 minutes, changing the water out every 10-15 minutes.
- Chill this mandarin orange salad before serving to allow everything to come together. It tastes even better the next day.
- Mix gently so that the cool whip stays light and airy.
- Drain oranges to avoid to an overly watery dish.
Nutrition
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Hello, do I need to drain the oranges or keep the juice?
Hi Jodi,
Yes please drain the oranges.
You use 2 14oz cans of oranges. Do I need to drain the juice??
Hi Connie,
Yes please be sure to drain the juice.
This is so versatile. I used what I had on hand.sugar free cherry jello,sugarfree vanilla pudding, 1 small can mandarin oranges,1 large can crushed pineapple,sugarfree cool whip and sugarfree marshmallows. I drained the fruit and it was exactly 1 1/2 cups of liquid. So I microwaved 1 cup of it until boiling mixed the jello in and added the remaining juice. And chopped walnuts. Thanks for an easy and deliriously versatile recipe!
What a yummy twist. Thanks for sharing with us Tena.
Do I drain iranges?
Hi Angela,
Yes drain the oranges first.
I’ve made this for a church function and for family get togethers and it’s always a favorite , and super easy to make
My family love s this recipe. I’ve made the orange, pineapple and strawberry. Loved them all. I just leave out the marshmallows
Those variations sound amazing, thanks for stopping by and making our recipes Barbara!
Do you drain the oranges first?
Hi Katie!
Yes the oranges should be drained first.
This is a crowd favorite at our house! So easy to whip up and it keeps well too!
I'm definitely making this again! My whole family enjoyed it!
This is so easy to make and such a great treat for summer!
Yum! This is so delicious and tasty! My kids love this recipe! Can't wait to make this again!
My kids went crazy for this!! Thank you!
I made this for a family picnic and it was devoured! This is the perfect summer treat---cool, refreshing and so delicious!!
This is one of my favorite flavor combos. Thanks for this delicious new way to enjoy it!