This 5 ingredient orange fluff salad recipe combines sweet orange gelatin, fluff/ whipped topping and
creamy cottage cheese studded with mandarin oranges and mini marshmanows. It’s hght, dreamy and
cornpletely addicting!
This light and airy orange fluff salad is the perfect dessert to bring to a poduck or backyard cookout.
Made wth just 5 simple ingredients including whipped topping, orange gelatin, cottage cheese,
mandarin oranges and mini marshmallows, it cornes together in just minutes. The unique combination of
favors and textures makes this salad completely addicting!
What type of whipped topping works best?
Use a frozen v.’hipped topping that thaws to a light, fluffy texture. Sweetened whipped cream can also be
used. Stay away from non-da$’ or lighter whipped toppings as they may not set up prowl)’.

Can I use yogurt instead of wrhipped topping?
Its best to stick with whipped or whipped cream in this recipe_ The cloud-like texture is
important. Yogurt would make it more dense.
Why cottage cheese?
I know it may sound strange. but the small curds of cottage cheese are key for the unique creamy yet
fluffy texture. Many classic “luff salad recipes call for cottage cheese. The orange gelatin and other
ingredients help mask the cottage cheese flavor.
What if I can’t find small curd?
You can use large curd cottage cheese. You may just have slightly larger *ces, but it wil taste just as
gocd!
What orange gelatin should I use?
You can find orange gelatin in the baking aisle in a boxed mix (like Jell-0)_ use a standard (not sugar
free) orange flavor for the best consistency.

How far in advance can I make this?
You can prepare the full recipe 1-2 days in advance_ Just store it covered in the fridge until ready to
How long will the fluff salad keep?
It wil last for 3-4 days stored in a covered container in the refrigerator After that, the cottage cheese
may start to weep liquid so the texture declines_
Can I serve the orange fluff immediately?
You technicaNy can, but the flavors develop more if its chilled for 2+ hours. I recommend letting it set up
in the fridge before serving.
Ingredients:
• 8 ounces frozen whipped topping. thawed
• 1 pound small curd cottage cheese
• 3 ounces orange gelatin no: (1 standard size box), unprepared
1 cup mini marshmalows
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, combine the thawed whipped topping and orange gelatin powder Stir until wen
blended_
2 Add in the cottage cheese and fold gently until funy incorporated. I know it sounds strange, but trust
me — the cottage cheese gives this salad its unique creamy yet fluffy texture!
3 Next, gently fold in the drained mandarin oranges and mini marshmallows until just con%ined.

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4. Refrigerate the salad for at least 2 hours before serving to allmv the flavors to meld.
5 Scoop the orange fluff salad into bowls or onto a platter and enjoy! It’s the perfect light and refreshing
Tips:
• Feel free to experiment with other gelatin flavors like pineapple, strawberry or a mixed berry blend.
• For a make-ahead salad, prepare it the day before and store covered in the refrigerator until ready to
Top with whipped cream or sweetened shredded coconut for extra decadence!
Enjoy this bright, citrusy twqst on a classic fluff salad at your next warm-weather get-together!