Average Rating
No rating yet
Orange Fluff: Dressing for Fruit π
Overview:
Orange Fluff is a delightful dressing perfect for enhancing the flavors of your fruit salads. It’s a breeze to whip up, requiring just a few simple ingredients and a short chilling time in the fridge before it’s ready to serve. This recipe yields approximately 3 cups of creamy, tangy goodness that pairs beautifully with any assortment of fresh fruits. Whether you’re hosting a brunch, picnic, or simply craving a refreshing treat, this Orange Fluff is sure to be a hit!
Ingredients:
- 1 package (3.4 ounces) vanilla instant pudding mix
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon grated orange peel
- 1/2 cup orange juice concentrate
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 468.5
- Fat: 22.3g
- Saturated Fat: 13.9g
- Cholesterol: 56.5mg
- Sodium: 597.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 59.7g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Sugar: 48.5g
- Protein: 8.9g
Instructions:
-
Prepare Pudding Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, slowly beat the vanilla instant pudding mix and milk together using an electric mixer. Blend them until they are well-incorporated, which should take around 1 to 2 minutes. You want to achieve a smooth and creamy consistency.
-
Incorporate Sour Cream:
- Gently fold in the sour cream into the pudding mixture. Use a spatula to combine the ingredients gently, ensuring that the mixture remains fluffy and light.
-
Add Orange Flavor:
- Next, fold in the grated orange peel and orange juice concentrate. These ingredients will infuse the dressing with a vibrant citrus flavor, adding a refreshing twist to your fruit salad.
-
Chill Before Serving:
- Transfer the Orange Fluff dressing into a serving bowl or container, cover it, and place it in the refrigerator to chill for 1 to 2 hours. Chilling allows the flavors to meld together and enhances the texture, resulting in a lusciously creamy dressing that is ready to drizzle over your favorite fruits.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve the Orange Fluff dressing alongside a variety of fresh fruits such as strawberries, pineapple, grapes, kiwi, and mandarin oranges.
- This dressing also pairs well with fruit skewers or fruit salad bowls for a fun and colorful presentation.
- Garnish with additional grated orange peel or a sprig of fresh mint for a burst of color and added freshness.
Recipe Notes:
- For a lighter version, you can use low-fat or fat-free milk and sour cream.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness by adding more or less orange juice concentrate according to your preference.
- Make sure to thoroughly chill the dressing before serving to achieve the best consistency and flavor.
- Leftover Orange Fluff can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply give it a quick stir before using it again.
Keywords:
Fruit, Low Protein, < 15 Mins, Refrigerator, Easy