Snickers Salad Recipe
Introduction
Snickers Salad is a delightful and easy-to-make dessert salad that combines creamy vanilla pudding, crisp apples, and crunchy Snickers bars. This sweet and satisfying treat is perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or anytime you want a fun twist on traditional fruit salad.
Ingredients
- 3.4 ounces instant vanilla pudding mix
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 8 ounces Cool Whip (or 1 cup heavy whipping cream, beaten to stiff peaks)
- 6 Granny Smith apples (divided, reserve 1 for garnish)
- 6 Snickers bars (full size, divided, reserve 1 for garnish)
- ¼ cup caramel sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and whole milk until smooth and creamy.
- Step 2: Fold in the Cool Whip or whipped cream until fully combined.
- Step 3: Core and chop 5 of the Granny Smith apples into bite-sized pieces. Toss them with a little lemon juice or 7-Up if making the salad ahead of time to prevent browning, then pat dry.
- Step 4: Chop 5 of the Snickers bars into bite-sized pieces.
- Step 5: Gently fold the chopped apples and Snickers pieces into the pudding mixture.
- Step 6: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad until ready to serve, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Step 7: Just before serving, garnish with the reserved whole apple (sliced) and the remaining Snickers bar pieces. Drizzle caramel sauce over the top if desired. Enjoy!
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, sprinkle a bit of cinnamon on the apples before folding them in.
- Use reduced-fat Cool Whip or yogurt to lighten the salad if preferred.
- Substitute caramel sauce with chocolate syrup or peanut butter drizzle for a different twist.
- Make this salad a few hours in advance for the best flavor, but add the garnish right before serving to keep it fresh.
Storage
Store Snickers Salad covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The salad is best enjoyed within this time frame to keep the apples crisp and the Snickers pieces from becoming soggy. Before serving leftovers, give it a gentle stir and add fresh garnish if desired.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use a different type of apple?
Yes, Granny Smith apples are preferred for their tartness and crunch, but you can use other firm apples like Honeycrisp or Fuji depending on your taste.
Can I prepare Snickers Salad without the caramel sauce?
Absolutely! The caramel sauce is optional and adds extra sweetness and richness, but the salad is delicious on its own without it.
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Snickers Salad Recipe
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
Description
Snickers Salad is a delightful, creamy dessert salad that combines instant vanilla pudding, whipped topping, crisp Granny Smith apples, chopped Snickers bars, and an optional caramel drizzle. This sweet and crunchy treat is perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or as an indulgent snack.
Ingredients
Salad Base
- 3.4 ounces instant vanilla pudding mix
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 8 ounces Cool Whip (or 1 cup heavy whipping cream, beaten to stiff peaks)
Fruits and Candy
- 6 Granny Smith apples (divided, reserve 1 for garnish)
- 6 full-size Snickers bars (divided, reserve 1 for garnish)
Optional
- ¼ cup caramel sauce (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- Make pudding: In a large bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and whole milk until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps.
- Fold in whipped topping: Gently fold the Cool Whip or the whipped cream into the pudding mixture, combining well to create a light, fluffy base.
- Prepare apples: Core and chop five of the Granny Smith apples into bite-sized pieces. To prevent browning if making ahead, toss them with lemon juice or 7-Up, then pat the pieces dry.
- Chop Snickers bars: Chop five of the Snickers bars into bite-sized pieces, saving one bar and one apple for garnish.
- Combine apples and Snickers: Fold the chopped apples and Snickers pieces gently into the pudding mixture until evenly distributed. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Add garnish and caramel: Just before serving, slice the reserved apple and chop the reserved Snickers bar for garnish. Place them on top of the salad and drizzle with caramel sauce if desired. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
- To keep the apples from browning, toss them with lemon juice or 7-Up right after chopping.
- You can substitute Cool Whip with freshly whipped heavy cream for a richer texture.
- For added flavor, the caramel drizzle is optional but highly recommended.
- Snickers Salad is best served chilled and within a day for optimal freshness.
- This recipe is a sweet dessert salad and should be stored covered in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Snickers Salad, dessert salad, apple salad, pudding salad, creamy dessert, easy dessert recipes, holiday dessert, quick dessert
