Description
Hawaiian Pineapple Coconut Fluff is a light, creamy, no-bake tropical dessert made with crushed pineapple, coconut, vanilla pudding, whipped topping, and marshmallows. It’s fluffy, refreshing, and perfect for potlucks, summer gatherings, or an easy make-ahead dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, well drained
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup cold milk
- 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping, thawed
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until thickened.
- Stir in the vanilla extract until smooth.
- Fold in the well-drained crushed pineapple and shredded coconut until evenly combined.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add the mini marshmallows and macadamia nuts, if using, and mix gently.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled and garnish with extra coconut or pineapple if desired.
Notes
- Drain the pineapple very well to avoid a watery texture.
- Fold gently to keep the fluff light and airy.
- This dessert tastes even better after chilling overnight.
- Macadamia nuts are optional and can be omitted for a nut-free version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg