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Grandmas Creamy Lemon Pie Salad

Grandmas Creamy Lemon Pie Salad

Grandmas Creamy Lemon Pie Salad is a dreamy, fluffy concoction that marries the bright tang of lemon with creamy sweetness, making it a perfect dessert for potlucks and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package (3.4 oz) instant lemon pudding mix
  • 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple (undrained)
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows
  • 1 container (8 oz) frozen whipped topping (thawed)
  • 1 can (11 oz) mandarin oranges (drained)
  • 1 cup cottage cheese (small curd)

Method
 

  1. Grab a large mixing bowl. Add the instant lemon pudding mix directly to the bowl.
  2. Open your can of crushed pineapple. Pour the entire contents, including all the juice, over the pudding mix. Stir gently but thoroughly.
  3. Add the cottage cheese to your mixture and fold it in gently.
  4. Drain your mandarin oranges completely and pat them gently with paper towels. Add them to the bowl, folding carefully.
  5. Add the mini marshmallows and fold them in with a gentle touch.
  6. Finally, add your thawed whipped topping and fold it in slowly.
  7. Transfer your salad to a serving bowl. Cover it with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least two hours.
  8. Before serving, give it a gentle stir.

Notes

This salad is best made the night before for optimal flavor. Keep it cold until serving time.