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Christmas Cherry Fluff

Delicious Christmas Cherry Fluff: A Festive Holiday Treat

Delight your guests with Christmas Cherry Fluff, a festive and creamy dessert perfect for the holiday season.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Christmas Cherry Fluff, creamy fluff, Easy Dessert, festive treat, holiday dessert
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chilling Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 250kcal

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • serving dish

Ingredients

For the Fluff

  • 1 can cherry pie filling
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple drained
  • 2 cups miniature marshmallows
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt as a substitute

For Garnish

  • 1 cup whipped topping optional

Instructions

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Christmas Cherry Fluff

  • Gather all the ingredients for your Christmas Cherry Fluff and prepare everything to streamline the process.
  • In a large mixing bowl, mix together the cherry pie filling and drained crushed pineapple until well combined.
  • Gently fold in the miniature marshmallows into the mixture ensuring they are evenly distributed.
  • Sprinkle in the shredded coconut and fold gently until fully incorporated.
  • Stir in the chopped pecans or walnuts until evenly spread throughout the mixture.
  • Carefully fold in the sour cream until a creamy consistency is achieved.
  • Taste and adjust sweetness as needed with a touch of sugar or more marshmallows.
  • Transfer the mixture to a serving dish, flattening the top for presentation.
  • Drizzle whipped topping on top for a fluffy finish if desired.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

Notes

Ensure gentle mixing to maintain fluffiness and refrigerate for optimal flavor melding. Substitute nuts with crispy rice cereal for a nut-free option.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg