Orange Creamsicle Fluff Salad

Prep time: 10 min
Servings: 6
Yield: 6 servings

Description

Full of retro flavor from pineapple, orange extract, marshmallows, and pecans, this citrus-inspired take on the classic Watergate salad is perfect for parties.

Ingredients

1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, undrained
1 (3 2/5 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
1/2 teaspoon orange extract, or more to taste
2 drops red food coloring
1 (8 ounce) tub frozen whipped topping (such as Cool Whip®), thawed
1 cup miniature marshmallows (such as Kraft® Jet-Puffed)
1/2 cup chopped pecans, divided

Directions

1 Stir together pineapple, pudding mix, and orange extract in a medium bowl until well combined. Stir in food coloring until well mixed. Fold in whipped topping and mini marshmallows. Reserve 2 to 3 tablespoons pecans for topping; stir in remaining pecans until incorporated.
2 Top with reserved pecans and chill for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.