Easy Hawaiian Fruit Salad Recipe
This Easy Hawaiian Fruit Salad is a creamy, tropical fruit salad made with pineapple, mandarin oranges, bananas, mini marshmallows, and whipped topping. It’s quick to prepare, refreshing, and perfect for potlucks, BBQs, holidays, or a light dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 can 20 oz pineapple chunks, drained
- 1 can 15 oz mandarin oranges, drained
- 2 bananas sliced
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup whipped topping such as Cool Whip
Optional Add-Ins
- ½ cup shredded coconut
- ½ cup maraschino cherries halved
- ¼ cup chopped macadamia nuts or walnuts
- ½ cup vanilla yogurt for extra creaminess
Instructions
1. Drain the fruit
- Drain the pineapple chunks and mandarin oranges well to remove excess liquid.
2. Prepare the bananas
- Peel and slice the bananas into small rounds.
3. Combine the fruit
- In a large mixing bowl, add the pineapple, mandarin oranges, and banana slices.
4. Add marshmallows
- Sprinkle the mini marshmallows over the fruit mixture.
5. Add whipped topping
- Spoon the whipped topping into the bowl.
6. Mix gently
- Using a spatula, gently fold everything together until the fruit is evenly coated.
7. Add optional ingredients
- If using coconut, cherries, or nuts, fold them in gently.
8. Chill
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to blend.
9. Serve
- Stir gently before serving and garnish with extra coconut or cherries if desired.
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📝 Notes
- Fruit Variety: This recipe works best with canned fruit cocktail, pineapple chunks, and mandarin oranges, but you can also add fresh strawberries, grapes, or blueberries.
- Drain Well: Make sure to drain canned fruits thoroughly so the salad doesn’t become watery.
- Cherry Pie Filling: The cherry pie filling adds sweetness and color—stir gently to keep the cherries whole.
- Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate the fruit salad for at least 1–2 hours so the flavors blend beautifully.
- Creamy Twist: For a creamier version, fold in a cup of whipped topping or vanilla yogurt.
- Texture Boost: Add mini marshmallows or chopped pecans for extra sweetness and crunch.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Make Ahead: This salad is perfect for preparing a day in advance for parties, potlucks, or holiday meals.