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Better Than Sex Fruit Salad

Experience a luscious, no-cook dessert salad that brings together the tangy sweetness of canned pineapple, cherry pie filling, and mandarin oranges with the creamy touch of sour cream and the fun texture of mini marshmallows, shredded coconut, and optional nuts. This crowd-pleaser is perfect for potlucks, summer gatherings, or any time you want a quick treat that’s both indulgent and refreshingly easy to make.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Fruit Base
  • 1 can pineapple chunks 20 oz (565g), drained
  • 1 can cherry pie filling 21 oz (595g)
  • 1 can mandarin oranges 15 oz (425g), drained
Creamy Mixture & Extras
  • 1 cup sour cream 240 ml
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows 90 g
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut 120 g
  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts Optional, 120 g

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Plastic wrap
  • Spoon

Method
 

  1. Drain the pineapple chunks and mandarin oranges thoroughly. In a large mixing bowl, combine the pineapple, mandarin oranges, and the entire can of cherry pie filling.
  2. Gently fold the fruits together, ensuring they retain their shape and texture.
  3. Add the sour cream and fold it into the fruit mixture until everything is evenly coated.
  4. Mix in the mini marshmallows, sweetened shredded coconut, and, if using, the chopped pecans or walnuts. Stir gently so that all ingredients are well combined.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour. This resting time allows the flavors to meld and the marshmallows to soften slightly.
  6. When ready to serve, spoon the salad into individual bowls or cups.

Notes

This no-cook fruit salad is an ideal make-ahead dessert that only improves with time as the flavors meld. For a healthier twist, try using Greek yogurt in place of sour cream and substitute chopped sunflower seeds for the nuts if you have allergies. The optional mix-ins like nuts add a satisfying crunch, but the salad is delicious even without them. Keep it refrigerated until serving to enjoy its perfectly chilled, creamy texture.