Description
This Hawaiian Fruit Salad with Cool Whip is a creamy, tropical delight packed with juicy pineapple, mandarin oranges, bananas, and coconut. The perfect no-bake dessert or side dish for summer gatherings, potlucks, or holiday feasts!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) mandarin oranges, drained
- 2 medium bananas, sliced
- 1 cup seedless grapes (red or green)
- 1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherries, halved and drained
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1 tub (8 oz) Cool Whip, thawed
- 1/2 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit: Drain the canned fruit well. Slice the bananas and cut the cherries in half.
- Mix Everything Together: In a large bowl, combine pineapple, mandarin oranges, bananas, grapes, coconut, cherries, and nuts (if using).
- Fold in Cool Whip: Gently stir in the Cool Whip until all the fruit is evenly coated.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve: Garnish with extra cherries, coconut, or nuts if desired. Serve chilled.
Notes
- Add mini marshmallows for extra sweetness and texture.
- Use vanilla or coconut yogurt instead of Cool Whip for a lighter version.
- For extra crunch, sprinkle toasted coconut or granola on top before serving.
- Best enjoyed the same day, as bananas may brown over time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert, Side Dish
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Hawaiian, American