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This treat came together out of nowhere at a potluck when I had no time but wanted something that tasted like I’d planned ahead. I just tossed some basic stuff in one bowl, mixed it up for five minutes, and out came this pink, dreamy, strawberry-filled fluff. Honestly, it’s like summer just showed up dressed all sweet.
The first time I took this to see my family, my aunt insisted there’s no way it took only five minutes. Now, it’s my favorite move when I’m short on time but want dessert.
Dreamy Simple Ingredients
- Pecans: Totally optional, but a nice crunch
- Mini marshmallows: Get the colorful kind for extra fun
- Pinch of salt: Brings out the sweet
- Fresh strawberries: Slice up for an added burst
- Crushed pineapple: Really squeeze that juice out
- Strawberry pie filling: Packs in the pink color and fruit flavor
- Cool Whip: Full-fat or light, either one works
- Condensed milk: Adds creaminess
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Whipping Up Cloud Goodness
- Chill Time:
- Now you’ve got everything folded in, cover your bowl and slide it into the fridge for an hour or a bit more. That gives the marshmallows their chance to soak up flavors and get soft.
- Fresh Touch:
- Last, gently stir in those chopped strawberries. Got pecans? Toss them in now for a nice crunch. After one last soft stir, you should still see pretty streaks of pink and white.
- Berry Dreams:
- Fold in that strawberry pie filling lightly—don’t get carried away, you want ribbons of color. The well-drained pineapple goes in next. Pour in the marshmallows and let them do their fluffy thing.
- Bowl Time:
- Grab your largest bowl—space matters here. Dump in the Cool Whip with the sweetened condensed milk. Mix until they’re smooth and blended, kind of like a bowl of vanilla clouds.
First try, I didn’t get enough juice out of the pineapple and made pink strawberry soup. Now I really squeeze those pineapple bits with my hands so it’s not watery.
Awesome Ways to Snack
Show off all those pink swirls by serving this in a fancy clear bowl. Heading outside? Mason jars make it travel-friendly and super cute. I sometimes slice a couple strawberries for the top or dust with a bit of crushed graham crackers for some crunch.
Fun Switch-Ups
Over the years, I’ve switched it up a bunch. Raspberry pie filling instead of strawberry is fun. A handful of white chocolate chips makes it feel special. If you can find fruity mini marshmallows, grab those—kids go nuts for them. At Christmas, I swap in cherry pie filling and dust some crushed candy canes on top.
Staying Tasty
Keep this fluffy treat tightly covered in the fridge. It’s fine for two or three days, but I think the texture rocks most on the first and second days. Skip the freezer—things get weird. Want to get ahead? Make it the night before your hangout so it’s extra chilled and blended.
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The real secret? This sweet cloud is a lifesaver for crazy days when homemade just sounds overwhelming. Sometimes it’s the super easy things people ask for over and over—proof that simple and tasty can absolutely go together.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can fresh berries replace pie filling?
- Using pie filling gives better sweetness and consistency than just fresh fruit.
- → Why should the pineapple be drained?
- Too much liquid will mess up the texture and make it watery.
- → How long can this last?
- Store in the fridge for up to 3 days in a sealed container.
- → Is it okay to make this ahead of time?
- Sure, prepare it up to a day before, but make sure you keep it cold.
- → Can this dessert be frozen?
- Freezing isn't ideal since the texture gets weird when it thaws.