Description
Creamsicle Orange Fluff delivers a nostalgic summer dessert with tangy citrus and marshmallow sweetness. Cool whip and orange gelatin blend into a dreamy, cloud-like treat that refreshes palates and sparks childhood memories for anyone craving a delightful, creamy escape.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box orange jell-O
- 1 box instant vanilla cheesecake pudding mix
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cool whip
- 1 small can mandarin oranges
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) boiling water
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) cold water
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup pastel-colored miniature marshmallows
Instructions
- Bring of water to a rolling boil in a medium saucepan. Transfer to a large mixing bowl and thoroughly dissolve the orange gelatin powder, whisking continuously for 2 minutes until granules completely disappear.
- Pour ½ cup (120 milliliters) of cold water into the gelatin mixture, blending smoothly. Refrigerate for 20-25 minutes until the liquid reaches a slightly thickened, pudding-like consistency without fully setting.
- Remove the gelatin mixture from the refrigerator and integrate the instant vanilla cheesecake pudding mix, stirring vigorously until achieving a uniform, silky texture. Return to the refrigerator for an additional 15-20 minutes to further stabilize.
- Drain the mandarin oranges completely, patting dry with paper towels to remove excess liquid. Measure out of pastel mini marshmallows and set aside.
- Gently fold the whipped topping (8 fluid ounces or 240 milliliters) into the chilled gelatin-pudding blend, ensuring a smooth, consistent incorporation without creating air pockets.
- Delicately fold the drained mandarin orange segments and mini marshmallows into the creamy mixture, taking care to distribute evenly without crushing the fruit.
- Transfer the dessert to a serving container and refrigerate for 60-90 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the texture to set completely.
- Before serving, optionally garnish with additional mandarin orange segments or mini marshmallows. Scoop into individual dessert bowls and enjoy the refreshing, creamy treat.
Notes
- Chilling transforms this dessert into a dreamy, cloud-like treat that melts in your mouth with vibrant orange essence.
- Pudding mix adds creamy richness, creating a velvety texture that perfectly complements the tangy Jell-O base.
- Mandarin oranges bring bursts of sunshine-bright flavor, offering delightful little citrus pockets throughout each spoonful.
- Marshmallows contribute playful sweetness and soft pillowy dimensions, making every bite feel like a nostalgic summer memory.
- Cool Whip provides a light, airy structure that binds all ingredients together into a luscious, spoonable dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 187 kcal
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 94mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: <5mg