Orange Dreamsicle Salad

 

Take a nostalgic trip with this Orange Dreamsicle Salad! 🍊🍨 A creamy, citrusy, and fluffy dessert salad that combines the flavors of a classic orange creamsicle. Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or as a refreshing treat.

**Ingredients:**

- 1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix

- 1 cup cold milk

- 1 (3 oz) package orange gelatin mix (Jell-O)

- 1 cup boiling water

- 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping (such as Cool Whip), thawed

- 1 (15 oz) can mandarin oranges, drained

- 1 cup mini marshmallows

- 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)

**Directions:**

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until thickened, about 2 minutes. Set aside.

2. In a separate bowl, dissolve the orange gelatin mix in boiling water, stirring until fully dissolved. Allow to cool for a few minutes.

3. Gently fold the whipped topping into the cooled gelatin mixture.

4. Add the thickened vanilla pudding to the gelatin mixture, stirring until smooth and fully combined.

5. Fold in the drained mandarin oranges, mini marshmallows, and shredded coconut (if using).

6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill and set.

7. Serve chilled and enjoy this light, dreamy, orange-flavored salad!

**Prep Time:** 10 minutes  

**Chill Time:** 1 hour  

**Total Time:** 1 hour 10 minutes  

**Kcal:** 220 kcal | **Servings:** 8 servings