Lemon Fluff Salad

Light, fluffy, and bursting with citrus flavor, Lemon Fluff Salad is a nostalgic dessert that never goes out of style. The combination of lemon, pineapple, marshmallows, and whipped topping creates a sweet, creamy treat that’s refreshing, fun, and perfect for sharing.

Whether you’re bringing dessert to a BBQ, spring brunch, holiday meal, or family gathering, this make-ahead recipe is always a hit. Lemon Fluff Salad is simple to prepare but tastes like the kind of recipe everyone asks you to bring again.

How to make Easy Lemon Fluff Salad

Makes approximately 8-12 servings

Equipment Needed

Measuring cups, grater, cutting board, knife, large bowl

Ingredients

• 20 oz crushed pineapple, undrained 
• 3 oz instant lemon pudding 
• Juice and zest from one lemon 
• 8 oz whipped topping, thawed
• 2 cups mini marshmallows 
• ½ cup coconut 

Step-by-Step Process

1. Add the crushed pineapple and pudding mix to a large bowl. Zest one lemon into the bowl, then cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice into the bowl. Stir to combine.

2. Fold in the whipped topping.

3. Fold in the mini marshmallows and coconut. 

4. Chill for 1 hour.

5. Garnish with a lemon slice, coconut, and or marshmallows to serve.

Helpful Tips for Perfect Lemon Fluff Salad

• Use cold ingredients for Lemon Fluff Salad: Helps everything set faster.
• Fold in whipped topping slowly: Keeps Lemon Fluff Salad airy and smooth.
• Mix pudding thoroughly: Prevents lumps in Lemon Fluff Salad.
• Don’t skip the chill time: Helps Lemon Fluff Salad develop the best texture.
• Serve cold: Lemon Fluff Salad tastes most refreshing straight from the fridge.

Lemon Fluff Salad

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Lemon Fluff Salad combines sweet pineapple, bright lemon, creamy whipped topping, and soft marshmallows into one light and fluffy dessert that tastes like sunshine in every bite.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Down Time 1 hour

Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 20 oz crushed pineapple, undrained
• 3 oz instant lemon pudding
• Juice and zest from one lemon
• 8 oz whipped topping, thawed
• 2 cups mini marshmallows
• ½ cup coconut

Instructions

1. Add the crushed pineapple and pudding mix to a large bowl. Zest one lemon into the bowl, then cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice into the bowl. Stir to combine.
2. Fold in the whipped topping.
3. Fold in the mini marshmallows and coconut. 
4. Chill for 1 hour.
5. Garnish with a lemon slice, coconut, and or marshmallows to serve.