Lemon Fluff Dessert

The fresh flavor of lemon makes some of the best desserts. The balance of tart with sweet is just perfect. This Lemon Fluff Dessert is a simple no bake dessert recipe that you can whip up in minutes! This is a fresh take on the classic fluff salad and it’s great for summer parties, cookouts, potlucks, and family get togethers!

What is a Fluff Salad?

Fluff salad is an easy dessert salad that’s made with whipped topping, pudding or jello mix, fruit, and mix-ins such as mini marshmallows, nuts, and shredded coconut. Some popular types of fluff salads are Oreo Fluff, Ambrosia Salad, Green Fluff Salad, and strawberry fluff.

Why You Should Try Lemon Fluff

• No Bake Recipe – Fluff salad is a n0-bake recipe dump and go recipe which means you don’t have to turn on the oven. This makes it great for summer and also for holidays because you can free up oven space.This lemon fluff dessert recipe is a great recipe to get the kids helping in the kitchen too!
• Simple Ingredients – This is made with common ingredients that are all easy to find at any grocery store.
• Make Ahead – Since you can prepare this recipe quickly if needed, it’s perfect for potlucks, family get-togethers, picnics, or those nights when you want an easy dessert. It works great whether you’re feeding a crowd or just want something sweet after dinner.

Ingredients

The ingredients for this dessert salad are super simple and you can find everything you need at your local grocery store.

• Crushed pineapple
• Instant lemon pudding mix
• Lemon juice
• Lemon zest
• Whipped topping (Cool Whip)
• Mini marshmallows

Full measurements for each ingredient can be found in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Equipment

You’ll also need a few things from the kitchen to make banana fluff dessert.

• Large mixing bowl
• Silicone spatula
• Measuring cups
• Serving bowl

Step By Step Instructions

This recipe makes 6 servings. It takes about 5 minutes of prep time and I recommend at least 1 hour of chill time.

Step 1. Thaw the Cool Whip whipped topping and set aside. Drain the crushed pineapple.

Step 2. Stir together the crushed pineapple, lemon pudding mix, lemon juice, and lemon zest until the powder is fully dissolved.

Step 3. Gently fold in the whipped topping until well mixed.

Step 4. Add the mini marshmallows and stir to mix.

Step 5. Cover and chill for at least one hour before serving. Top with lemon slices or extra lemon zest if desired.

Leftovers & Storage

You can store any leftover lemon fluff salad in an airtight container and keep it in the refrigerator for up to three days.

When serving leftovers, gently stir the fluff before serving again.

Variations

• Fold in fresh or frozen blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries for more fruit flavor.
• Swap the crushed pineapple for drained mandarin orange slices.
• Add a layer of crushed graham crackers or vanilla wafers at the bottom for a crunchy crust.
• Stir in sweetened shredded coconut for extra texture.
• Sprinkle chopped toasted nuts (like pecans or almonds) on top.
• Mix in a bit of cream cheese for a cheesecake flavor.
• Use lime pudding mix and zest for a different citrus twist.

Recipe FAQs

Can I make Lemon Fluff Dessert ahead of time?

Yes, this is an easy make ahead dessert recipe! I recommend you chill it for at least one hour but you can also make it the night before and chill until you’re ready to serve.

Can I use fresh pineapple instead of canned crushed pineapple?
Fresh pineapple can be used if it’s finely crushed and drained very well. Too much liquid will make the dessert runny.

Is there a substitute for instant lemon pudding mix?
Instant vanilla pudding mix with extra lemon juice and zest can work but the lemon flavor may not be as strong.

Do I have to use Cool Whip, or can I use homemade whipped cream?
You can use homemade whipped cream. Make sure it’s whipped until stiff for best results. Whipped topping like Cool Whip provides more structure for the fluff salad so the consistency might be a bit different.

Can I freeze Lemon Fluff?
Freezing is not recommended because the texture may change when you thaw it.

Can I add other fruits to this recipe?
Yes, you can add berries or mandarin oranges, but be careful not to add too much extra moisture.

More Fluff Salad Recipes

• Peanut Butter Fluff
• Cherry Fluff Salad
• Oreo Fluff
• Banana Pudding Fluff
• Ambrosia Salad
• Cranberry Fluff Salad
• Berry Cheesecake Fluff
• Strawberry Fluff Salad
• Banana Split Fluff
• Orange Fluff Salad
• Pistachio Fluff
• Pineapple Fluff Salad

Lemon Fluff Salad

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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Chill Time: 1 hour hour

Servings: 6

Equipment

• Large Mixing Bowl
• Silicone Spatula
• Measuring Cups
• Serving bowl

Ingredients

• 1 20 ounce can crushed pineapple drained
• 1 3 ounce package instant lemon pudding mix
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 8 ounces frozen whipped topping thawed
• 3 cups mini marshmallows

Instructions

• Thaw them whipped topping and set aside. Drain the crushed pineapple.
• Stir together the crushed pineapple, lemon pudding mix, lemon juice, and lemon zest until the powder is fully dissolved.
• Gently fold in the whipped topping until well mixed.
• Add the mini marshmallows and stir to mix.
• Cover and chill for at least one hour before serving. Top with lemon slices or extra lemon zest if desired.

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container and keep in the refrigerator for up to three days.

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