Seven ingredients and one bowl is all you need to make this fluffy Million Dollar Fruit Salad recipe. It takes just a few minutes to mix up and after chilling for a couple of hours is ready to serve.
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Whether you're hosting a festive holiday gathering, or looking to add a sweet side dish recipe to your everyday meals, or celebrating a special occasion, the Million Dollar Fruit Salad is a delightful option that's both easy to make and crowd-pleasing.
I love to serve a sweet fluffy side salad at Thanksgiving and Christmas to balance out all the savory flavors of big holiday meals.
This fluffy, indulgent side salad combines seven simple ingredients to create a symphony of flavors and textures. It is very similar to the Million Dollar Pie recipe that everyone loves!
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Sweetened condensed milk and fresh lemon juice provide a thick and creamy base, while crushed pineapple, and sweetened coconut flakes add a burst of tropical flavors.
Maraschino cherries bring a pop of color and sweetness and chopped pecan halves offer a touch of crunchy goodness.
Cool Whip topping ties it all together into a rich, luscious, and airy treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients You'll Need
- Sweetened condensed milk
- Fresh lemon juice
- Crushed pineapple, drained. Buy a can or make crushed pineapple at home.
- Sweetened coconut flakes, divided
- Pecan halves, roughly chopped
- Maraschino cherries, roughly chopped
- Cool Whip topping
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Step by Step Directions
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- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, drained pineapple, 1 cup of shredded coconut, chopped pecans, chopped cherries, and Cool Whip.
- Step 2: Mix thoroughly until well blended. Cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Before serving, garnish with the remaining ยฝ cup of shredded coconut and place a whole cherry on top. Enjoy!
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Million Dollar recipes are so good and are perfect for any occasion.
- My Million Dollar Pound Cake makes the best Mother's Day recipe.
- I love to give my Million Dollar Fudge out for for Christmas gifts.
- Million Dollar Banana Pudding is a perfect dessert for just about any occasion.
Make It!
So, whether you need a recipe to impress your guests or simply treat your family to a delightful dessert, the Million Dollar Fruit Salad is a surefire way to leave everyone asking for seconds.
Its vibrant colors and delicious combination of sweet fruity flavors will make it the star of any meal.
Plus, with its easy preparation and simple easy to find ingredients, that are mixed in one bowl will have you out of the kitchen spending quality time with family and friends.
Mix it up, let it chill, and you're ready to wow your guests or family with a dish that's as beautiful as it is delicious.
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Million Dollar Fruit Salad
Ingredients
- 14 oz. can sweetened condensed milk
- ยผ cup fresh lemon juice
- 20 oz. can crushed pineapple (drained)
- 1 ยฝ cup sweetened coconut flakes (divided)
- ยฝ cup pecan halves (roughly chopped)
- ยฝ cup maraschino cherries (roughly chopped)
- 8 oz Cool Whip
Instructions
- Mix the sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, drained pineapple, 1 cup of coconut flakes, the chopped pecans, chopped cherries and the Cool Whip in a large bowl.
- Tightly cover the bowl and refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.
- Garnish the bowl with remaining ยฝ cup of shredded coconut and top with a whole cherry before serving.
- Serve in a pretty cup or dessert bowl.
Recipe Expert Tips
- Chill well before serving.
Paula
Arlene, this fruit salad really does sound million dollar!
Thank You so much for sharing with Sweet Tea & friend's this month. I'm so happy you're here!
Cindy@CountyRoad407
Love the ingredients to this salad and love what you served it in! Thank you for sharing this with us on Farmhouse Friday. I'll be featuring it tomorrow. pinned
Pam
Oh my goodness, what a wonderful treat! So pretty, too. I love the presentation. I'll be featuring this at Thursday Favorite Things today. ๐
Pam
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Kerryanne
I've never heard of this re3cipe before Arlene, but was absolutely intrigued.
Thank you for sharing it at Create, Bake, Grow & Gather this week. I'm delighted to be featuring your million dollar fruit salad recipe at the party tomorrow and pinning too.
Hugs ~ Kerryanne
Esme Slabbert
WOW, I am going to save this, its awesome
Found your post on Tuesday Turn About. My entries this week are numbered #38+40
Hope you will join/share M-Sat