Creamy Christmas Cherry Fluff
Creamy Christmas Cherry Fluff is a festive, no-bake dessert bursting with cherries, pineapple, coconut, and marshmallows, all folded into a dreamy vanilla base. It’s quick to make, perfect for holiday parties, and guaranteed to bring nostalgic comfort and cheer to your table.
- Prep Time: 13 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- Extra whipped topping or maraschino cherries (optional, for garnish)
- Colored sprinkles or shaved white chocolate (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Drain the crushed pineapple thoroughly using a fine mesh strainer and press gently to remove excess liquid.
- In a large mixing bowl, stir together cherry pie filling and sour cream until smooth and evenly pink.
- Fold in the whipped topping gently with a rubber spatula, using upward strokes to keep the mixture fluffy.
- Add the drained pineapple and shredded coconut, folding gently to distribute evenly.
- Stir in mini marshmallows and chopped nuts (if using), mixing gently until combined.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (overnight is even better) to allow flavors to meld and the fluff to firm up.
- Spoon into a trifle dish or serving bowl. Top with extra whipped topping, cherries, sprinkles, or shaved white chocolate for a festive finish.
- If the fluff separates after chilling, gently stir before serving.
Notes
For best texture, chill for at least 2 hours. Drain pineapple thoroughly to avoid runny fluff. Toast nuts for extra crunch. Easily adapted for gluten-free, dairy-free, or nut-free diets. Can be made up to 2 days ahead and leftovers keep well for 3 days. Freeze in portions for up to 1 month.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (200 g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 32
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
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