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Creamy Orange Dreamsicle Salad with marshmallows and mandarin oranges

Orange Dreamsicle Salad

This creamy Orange Dreamsicle Salad is an easy no-bake dessert made with orange Jell-O, vanilla pudding, whipped topping, and mandarin oranges. A nostalgic and fruity dish perfect for parties, potlucks, or summer treats!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ingredients:
  • - 1 box 3 oz. orange Jell-O
  • - 1 box 3.4 oz. instant vanilla pudding mix
  • - 1 cup boiling water
  • - ½ cup cold water
  • - 1 tub 8 oz. Cool Whip
  • - 1 can 14 oz. mandarin oranges, drained
  • - 1 cup mini marshmallows

Method
 

  1. instructions:
  2. - In a large mixing bowl, combine the orange Jell-O and boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved.
  3. - Add the cold water and mix. Chill for 15–20 minutes until slightly thickened but not set.
  4. - Whisk in the vanilla pudding mix until smooth.
  5. - Gently fold in the Cool Whip until light and fluffy.
  6. - Add the mandarin oranges and mini marshmallows. Fold gently to combine.
  7. - Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
  8. - Optional: Garnish with whipped cream, orange slices, or cherries before serving.

Notes

notes:
- For a lighter version, use sugar-free Jell-O and pudding mix.
- Add crushed pineapple (well drained) for extra tropical flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3–4 days.