Better Than Sex Fruit Salad Recipe
When it comes to indulgent, refreshing desserts, nothing hits the mark quite like the Better Than Sex Fruit Salad Recipe.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Silicone spatula or large spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Serving dish or trifle bowl
- Optional: Hand mixer (for whipping cream)
Ingredients
- 1 can 20 oz pineapple chunks, drained
- 1 can 15 oz mandarin oranges, drained
- 1 cup strawberries sliced
- 1 cup seedless grapes halved
- 1 banana sliced (add last to prevent browning)
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1 package 3.4 oz instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tub 8 oz whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- Optional: shredded coconut or maraschino cherries for garnish
Instructions
- Drain the Fruit: Ensure your canned fruits are well-drained to avoid excess liquid in the salad.
- Mix the Cream Base: In a large bowl, combine sour cream, whipped topping, and vanilla pudding mix. Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in the Fruit: Gently add in pineapple, mandarin oranges, grapes, and strawberries. Carefully fold to coat all the fruit evenly.
- Add the Extras: Mix in the mini marshmallows and chopped nuts. Add bananas last to minimize browning.
- Chill the Salad: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and enhances the texture.
- Garnish and Serve: Top with shredded coconut or cherries for presentation, and serve chilled.
Notes
- Drain canned fruit thoroughly to prevent a watery salad.
Add bananas right before serving to keep them from turning brown. - Use chilled ingredients to help the salad firm up faster.
- Let it rest in the fridge for a couple of hours to deepen flavor.
- Fold, don’t stir too aggressively to keep fruits intact and marshmallows fluffy.