A light, creamy, and fruity dessert perfect for any occasion
Looking for a fun, nostalgic, and incredibly simple dessert to impress guests or satisfy your own sweet tooth? Look no further than Strawberry Fluff Salad Mousse Cups! This retro-inspired treat is a crowd-pleasing combination of whipped cream, strawberry gelatin, crushed fruit, and fluffy goodness — served in elegant individual cups. It’s a perfect make-ahead dessert for picnics, holidays, potlucks, or just a weekday indulgence.
🥄 What is Strawberry Fluff Salad?
Strawberry fluff salad is a classic American dessert that falls somewhere between a fruit salad and a mousse. It gets its name from its airy, whipped texture and usually includes:
- Strawberry Jell-O or gelatin
- Whipped topping or whipped cream
- Crushed pineapple or fresh strawberries
- Mini marshmallows
- Cream cheese or cottage cheese (optional)
- Sometimes a base of Cool Whip or pudding
In mousse cup form, it’s served beautifully in individual portions, making it ideal for elegant or casual presentation.
🍓 Ingredients
Here’s everything you’ll need to make 6–8 mousse cups:
- 1 package (3 oz) strawberry gelatin (Jell-O)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple (drained well)
- 1 cup chopped fresh strawberries
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (Cool Whip or homemade)
- Optional garnish: extra whipped cream, fresh strawberries, mint leaves
🧁 Instructions
Step 1: Dissolve the Gelatin
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