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12 Irresistible Dessert Salads You Need to Try

November 19, 2024 by Donna Dizon Leave a Comment

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Have you ever had a dessert salad? A Dessert salad is a sweet dessert often served at parties. Contrary to the name, it doesn’t have the hallmarks of a regular salad and doesn’t have lettuce or vegetables. It often has fruit or a lot of other interesting ingredients. If you haven’t tried one, then you need to!

Mandarin Orange Jello Salad With Cottage Cheese

Mandarin Orange Jello Salad with Cottage Cheese (Thanksgiving Fruit Salad).

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The Mandarin Orange Salad is a swift and effortless recipe, perfect for festive occasions or family meals. Its luscious texture, paired with the sweetness of mandarin oranges and the zest of pineapple, offers a delightful side dish or a light dessert that’s sure to please everyone. Moreover, it can be prepared in advance, providing convenience on those hectic days!

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Strawberry Pretzel Salad

Strawberry Pretzel Salad.

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Strawberry Pretzel Salad is a classic favorite that delights everyone! It’s the ideal mix of salty and sweet. The dessert boasts a crunchy pretzel base, a smooth cream cheese middle, and a luscious strawberry Jell-O topping brimming with fresh strawberries. This no-bake Southern delicacy is a hit at potlucks, picnics, and social events!

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Vegan Ambrosia Salad

Vegan Ambrosia Salad.

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This simple Vegan Ambrosia Salad recipe offers a sweet and creamy twist on a Southern classic. It is gluten- and allergy-friendly and features dairy-free coconut whipped cream, sour cream, canned pineapple, mandarins, cherries, coconut, and mini marshmallows. It’s quick to customize or can be prepared traditionally, just like grandma’s cherished 5-cup salad recipe.

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Cranberry Fluff

Cranberry Fluff.

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Serving a bowl of cranberry fluff with your Christmas dinner is a must; watch as it vanishes before your eyes. This delightful side dish or dessert never fails to be a crowd-pleaser.

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Jello Fruit Cake

Jello Fruit Cake/

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A gelatin fruit cake crafted with fresh, seasonal fruits, it is a simple, universally appealing, no-bake dessert ideal for any significant holiday celebration!

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Strawberry Banana Cheesecake Dessert Salad Recipe

Strawberry Banana Cheesecake Dessert Salad Recipe.

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A delightful dessert is universally adored, and my Strawberry Banana Cheesecake Salad is always a hit at parties. It’s a luscious, sweet treat that’s brightened by fresh fruit. Its simplicity means that anyone can prepare it with ease.

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Strawberry Banana Cheesecake Salad

Strawberry Banana Cheesecake Salad.

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This simple Strawberry Banana Cheesecake Salad recipe offers a delightful blend of Jello, fresh strawberries, and creamy cheesecake filling, complemented by sweet bananas. It’s garnished with Cool Whip, a variety of fresh fruits, and a sprinkle of graham cracker crumbs. Ideal for your summer BBQ or as a festive holiday dessert, this salad is bound to be a crowd-pleaser.

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Watergate Salad

Watergate Salad.

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The Watergate Salad, or “Pistachio Delight,” is a delectable dessert salad made with pistachio pudding, crushed pineapple, whipped topping, chopped pecans, and mini marshmallows. It’s sweet, creamy, and incredibly simple to prepare, requiring only 5 minutes to make!

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Fresh Fruit Salad With Whipped Cream

Fresh Fruit Salad With Whipped Cream.

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This delightful fruit salad, accompanied by homemade whipped cream, makes for an excellent side dish! Commonly served with holiday meals, it’s also a favored choice for summer cookouts and barbecues. Easy to prepare, vibrant, and enjoyable, it promises to delight the crowd and become a family favorite.

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Ambrosia Salad

Ambrosia Salad.

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Ambrosia Salad is a refreshing and delicious treat, perfect for serving at gatherings just like my Southern grandmother used to, or for enjoying as a snack. No matter how it’s served, this ambrosia salad is genuinely delightful.

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Fruit Salad with Custard 

Fruit Salad with Custard – Fruit Custard.

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A delightful fruit salad is the simplest dessert to prepare and present for any meal. It’s also ideal for those spontaneous moments when you crave a fruit-filled treat that can be enjoyed warm or chilled.

Get the Recipe: Fruit Salad with Custard – Fruit Custard

Romanian Summer Fruit Salad Recipe – Salata de Fructe de Vara

Romanian Summer Fruit Salad Recipe – Salata de Fructe de Vara.

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This Romanian summer fruit salad is an excellent dessert choice for barbecues, offering a refreshing taste and, for an adults-only gathering, a delightful boozy kick.

Get the Recipe: Romanian Summer Fruit Salad Recipe – Salata de Fructe de Vara

 

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