Description
Bright, creamy, and bursting with citrus flavor, this Orange Dreamsicle Salad is the ultimate easy recipe for your next gathering. Whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast side, a refreshing dish for your brunch table, or a light dessert for dinner ideas, this creamy, no-bake salad brings it all together. With juicy mandarin oranges folded into a luscious mix of whipped topping and vanilla pudding, it tastes just like a classic creamsicle—sweet, tangy, and totally nostalgic. This healthy snack option (that also feels indulgent!) is perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or just when you need food ideas that are fast, fun, and crowd-pleasing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
- 2 cans (11 oz each) mandarin oranges, drained well
- 1 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, stir together the vanilla pudding mix and sour cream until smooth.
- Fold in the whipped topping until fully combined and fluffy.
- Gently fold in the drained mandarin oranges.
- If using, fold in mini marshmallows and/or crushed pineapple.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Stir gently before serving and garnish with extra orange slices or mint if desired.