Overview
Striped Cookie Salad is a delightful dessert that’s perfect for summer parties or any occasion where you want a refreshing treat. This recipe, passed down from a mother-in-law, is not only easy to make but also incredibly tasty. It requires minimal preparation time and no cooking, making it a convenient choice for busy days.
Recipe Details
- Cook Time: Not specified
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Recipe Category: Dessert
- Keywords: Kid Friendly, Less than 15 Minutes, No Cook, Refrigerator, Easy
Ingredients
- 8 oz Cool Whip (or any whipped topping)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cans (15 oz each) mandarin oranges, drained
- 1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 package of striped shortbread cookies (e.g., Keebler Fudge Stripes)
Nutrition Information (per serving)
- Calories: 355.6
- Total Fat: 15.4g
- Saturated Fat: 12.8g
- Cholesterol: 2.5mg
- Sodium: 427.6mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 53.5g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 50.4g
- Protein: 3.6g
Instructions
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Mixing Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine the Cool Whip, buttermilk, drained mandarin oranges, and instant vanilla pudding mix. Stir gently until well combined.
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Chilling:
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator according to your preference. This helps the flavors meld together and enhances the creamy texture.
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Adding Cookies:
- Just before serving, crush the striped shortbread cookies. You can either sprinkle them on top of the salad or mix them into the salad itself. Mixing them in ensures that every serving gets a delightful crunch of cookies.
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Serving:
- Serve chilled. Enjoy this creamy and fruity dessert salad with its crunchy cookie topping.
Tips
- Variations: Feel free to experiment with different types of pudding mix or fruits. Pineapple chunks or berries can be excellent alternatives to mandarin oranges.
- Presentation: For a more decorative presentation, reserve a few whole mandarin orange segments or cookie halves to garnish the top before serving.
- Make Ahead: You can prepare the salad a few hours in advance and add the cookie topping just before serving to maintain its crunchiness.
Reviews
- Aggregated Rating: 5 stars (based on 10 reviews)
- User Review: “Absolutely delicious and so easy to make! This has become a staple at our family gatherings.”
Conclusion
Striped Cookie Salad is a wonderful blend of creamy, fruity, and crunchy textures, making it a hit at any gathering, especially during the warmer months. Its simplicity and deliciousness make it a go-to dessert that both kids and adults will love.