Description
Rocky Road Fluff Salad is a creamy, no-bake dessert made with chocolate pudding, mini marshmallows, nuts, and whipped topping. Perfect for potlucks and gatherings, this easy fluff salad is a sweet, indulgent treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (3.9 oz) instant chocolate pudding mix
- 1 ½ cups cold milk
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- ½ cup shredded coconut (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Pudding
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk the chocolate pudding mix with cold milk until smooth. Let sit for 2-3 minutes to slightly thicken.
Step 2: Fold in the Ingredients
- Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully incorporated.
- Add mini marshmallows, chopped nuts, chocolate chips, crushed pineapple, and shredded coconut (if using). Stir until evenly distributed.
Step 3: Chill
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 4: Serve and Enjoy
- Stir gently before serving. Garnish with extra chocolate chips or nuts if desired.
Notes
- Nut-Free Option: Omit the nuts for an allergy-friendly version.
- Extra Fruity: Add sliced bananas, maraschino cherries, or mandarin oranges.
- Different Chocolate Base: Use chocolate Greek yogurt instead of pudding for a tangy twist.
- Crunchy Twist: Sprinkle crushed graham crackers or Oreos on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- chill time: 1 hour
- Category: dessert
- Method: no bake
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: rocky road fluff salad, no-bake dessert, chocolate marshmallow salad, easy potluck dessert, fluff salad recipe