Description
A delightful and creamy tropical fruit salad combining mixed fruit cocktail, crushed pineapple, cherry pie filling, fresh bananas, mini marshmallows, and shredded coconut, all brought together with a touch of whipped cream. Perfectly chilled for a refreshing and sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit Base
- 1 can (15 oz) mixed fruit cocktail, well drained
- 1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple, thoroughly drained
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
Fresh Additions
- 2 ripe medium bananas, freshly sliced
Extras
- Mini marshmallows, to taste
- Shredded coconut flakes, as much as you like
- Fresh whipped cream, for extra richness
Instructions
- Combine the Base Fruits: Grab a large mixing bowl and gently combine your drained fruit cocktail, crushed pineapple, and cherry pie filling. Stir everything together until it looks beautifully mixed and colorful.
- Add Fresh Bananas: Right before you’re ready to serve, fold in those freshly sliced bananas. This keeps them from getting mushy and brown – nobody wants that!
- Customize Your Creation: Now’s the fun part! Toss in some mini marshmallows for extra sweetness or sprinkle in coconut flakes for that tropical vibe. Make it your own!
- Let the Magic Happen: Cover your beautiful fruit salad and pop it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. This chilling time lets all those amazing flavors get to know each other.
Notes
- Fresh bananas are added last minute to prevent browning and maintain freshness.
- Chilling for at least 30 minutes enhances the flavor melding.
- Adjust the amount of mini marshmallows and coconut flakes according to your sweetness and texture preferences.
- For an extra creamy texture, gently fold in fresh whipped cream before chilling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: tropical fruit salad, creamy fruit salad, no cook dessert, banana fruit salad, pineapple fruit salad
