Fruit Salad Recipe - Celebrating Sweets (2024)

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Layers of fresh fruit topped with homemade vanilla pudding and whipped cream. A beautiful and crowd-pleasing side dish or dessert. Video below!

Fruit Salad Recipe - Celebrating Sweets (1)With Easter, Mother’s Day, and summer BBQs and parties on the horizon, I thought it would be the perfect time to share this Fruit Salad. Layers of fruit, vanilla pudding and whipped cream make this the tastiest fruit salad EVER. If you’re looking for a way to switch things up from a traditional fruit salad or fruit platter, THIS. IS. IT.

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How To Make Fruit Salad

  • Vanilla Pudding: Start by making the pudding (so it has time to chill). This super easy homemade vanilla pudding cooks on the stovetop for a few minutes and then goes in the fridge to chill completely. I used my popular vanilla pudding recipe with a few small tweaks to make the pudding less thick, so it’s a pourable consistency for topping the fruit.
  • Whipped Cream: Cream, vanilla and powdered sugar combine to make this fluffy, sweet and flavorful whipped cream topping. Adding whipped cream to the fruit makes it extra decadent – and it makes it similar in taste to an ambrosia salad.
  • Fruit: Choose your favorite combination of fruits for this salad. You can use a wide variety or as little as two or three different fruits. Make sure that all the fruit is cut into bite-sized pieces before layering it.
  • Assembling Fruit Salad:I like to assemble this salad in a glass trifle dish so you can see the layers of fruit, pudding and whipped cream. If you don’t have a trifle dish, you can assemble it in a deep bowl. Start by layering the fruit, alternating colors if possible. After all the fruit is layered add the pudding, then the whipped cream. You can finish by garnishing with additional fruit, if desired.

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What Fruit Goes Together?

This salad can be made with any combination of fruit that you enjoy. Here are some suggestions, but feel free to play around with it. Note: If you’re displaying your fruit salad in a trifle dish, try to pick fruit in a variety of colors.

  • Berries: Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries. This is my favorite combo.
  • Mixed fruit: Grapes (green and red), pineapple, strawberries, blackberries, raspberries.
  • Tropical: Mango, pineapple, mandarin oranges, banana, shredded coconut.

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How Long is Fruit Salad Good?

Once fully assembled, this salad is best within 1-2 hours.If you’re using fruit that can turn brown (apples, pears, bananas, peaches, etc.), I highly recommend waiting to add them until right before serving. I don’t suggest treating them with lemon juice, as that might interfere with the flavors in the pudding and whipped cream.

Make ahead tips:

  • The pudding and whipped cream can be made up to 1 day in advance and stored in the fridge. If the whipped cream thins out, whip it with a whisk or mixer right before assembling.
  • The fruit can be layered in the dish up to 1 day in advance (without the toppings). Keep it tightly covered and refrigerated, and do not include any fruits that turn brown.
  • Right before serving, add the pudding and whipped cream.

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Fruit Salad Recipe

Layers of fresh fruit topped with homemade vanilla pudding and whipped cream.

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Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 30 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes minutes

Servings: 16

Calories: 195kcal

Author: Allison - Celebrating Sweets

Ingredients

Pudding:

  • cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • teaspoon salt
  • 2 ¼ cups milk
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 ½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Whipped cream:

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream chilled
  • 2-3 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

Pudding:

  • In a medium saucepan whisk together sugar, cornstarch, salt, milk, and egg yolks. Cook over medium-low heat, whisking frequently, until the mixture is bubbling and thickened, about 8-10 minutes. Note: It will thicken a little more as it cools, but we want it on the thinner side so that it can be poured over the fruit.

  • Remove from heat and whisk in butter and vanilla extract. Optional: Place a fine mesh strainer over a large heatproof bowl. Pour the mixture through the strainer and into the bowl (Optional step to remove lumps. If you have no lumps, you can skip this step and just pour the pudding directly into a bowl).

    Place the bowl of pudding in the fridge (I like to place plastic wrap directly on it to prevent a skin from forming). Chill completely.

Whipped cream:

  • Place all ingredients in a large bowl. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat on medium-high speed for several minutes until soft peaks form. Cover and chill until assembly.

Assembly:

  • Layer fruit in a trifle dish or large bowl. Remove the pudding from fridge and whisk it vigorously until smooth. Pour the pudding evenly over the fruit, then spread the whipped cream on top. If desired, top with additional fruit. Best if served immediately, or within an hour or two.

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Notes

If you're using fruit that can turn brown (apples, pears, bananas, peaches, etc.), I highly recommend waiting to add them until right before serving. I don't suggest treating them with lemon juice, as that might interfere with the flavors in the pudding and whipped cream.

Nutrition

Calories: 195kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 79mg | Potassium: 171mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 810IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 63mg | Iron: 0.6mg

Nutritional Information is an estimate based on third-party calculations and may vary based on products used and serving sizes.

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  1. Jennifer Banz

    Fruit Salad Recipe - Celebrating Sweets (7)
    This is a lovely fruit salad! Thank you for sharing!

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  2. wilhelmina

    Fruit Salad Recipe - Celebrating Sweets (8)
    This is gorgeous, refreshing, and easy to make. A total home run!

    Reply

  3. Kate Berkey

    Fruit Salad Recipe - Celebrating Sweets (9)
    I was looking for a salad recipe for the whole family and I stumbled on this article. I read and followed the instructions carefully and I made it deliciously! Every member of my family is so happy! Thanks for this

    Reply

    • Celebrating Sweets

      Great! I’m glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply

  4. Angie Vera

    Can you use instant pudfing?

    Reply

    • Allison

      Sure, that should be fine. Enjoy!

      Reply

    • Nancy

      Can you use cool whip vs. whipped cream?

      Reply

      • Allison

        Sure. You can use as much or as little as you’d like. At least 1-2 cups.

  5. Gina

    A friend told me about this website, I told her that I was looking for a really good made from scratch gooey butter cake, Now, I can’t seem to ” put my device down “!!!! Thank you to everyone Plus all those seemingly delicious recipes. 🙂

    Reply

  6. Jay

    This looks delicious! Can the pudding/whipped cream be used as a dip versus pouring ontop of fruit? If so please advise how to combine the two. Thank you

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    • Allison

      The pudding will be on thin side for dipping. You can add an additional tablespoon of cornstarch to the pudding and after chilling it should be better dipping consistency. You can make the whipped cream as written. Enjoy!

      Reply

  7. Teresa

    Fruit Salad Recipe - Celebrating Sweets (10)
    I love this fruit salad! I have made
    It several times and taken it to a couple of homes for dinner and everyone loved it also. They asked for the recipe! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply

    • Allison

      You’re welcome. I’m glad you enjoyed it! 🙂

      Reply

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FAQs

What are fruit salad sweets? ›

Fruit Salad is a type of "raspberry & pineapple flavour chew" according to its packaging. It is a chewy confectionery. Fruit Salad is manufactured by Barratt in Spain.

What are the ingredients in barratt fruit salad sweets? ›

Ingredients. Glucose syrup, Sugar, Palm oil, Acid (Citric acid), Hydrolysed Pea Protein, Flavourings, Fruit juice concentrates (Apple, Pineapple), Colours (Anthocyanins, Paprika Extract), Acidity Regulator (Trisodium Citrate).

Why do people put sugar on fruit salad? ›

Sugar is hygroscopic, which means it attaches itself to water molecules, when you add sugar to your fruit salad, sugar will extract the juice from the fruit. This helps soften the fruit and makes it easier on the palate. The salad is juicy.

Why is fruit salad considered a healthy dessert? ›

Fruit salad is generally considered a healthy food choice due to its high nutrient content and low calorie count. However, the nutritional value of fruit salad can vary depending on the type of fruits used, the serving size, and the addition of other ingredients such as sugar or cream.

What is the fancy name for fruit salad? ›

A fruit salad is sometimes known as a fruit co*cktail (often connoting a canned product), or fruit cup (when served in a small container). There are many types of fruit salad, ranging from the basic (no nuts, marshmallows, or dressing) to the moderately sweet (Waldorf salad) to the sweet (ambrosia salad).

What is a friendship fruit salad? ›

Try making a friendship fruit salad! This can be made by having each child bring in their favorite seasonal fruit; or you can use leftover fruit from other snacks made throughout the week. If working with 3-5 year olds, allow them to help with cutting the fruit into small pieces to share with their friends.

How many fruit salad sweets in a pack? ›

Fruit Salad Stick Pack 36g (Barratt) 40 Count.

Who makes Barratt sweets? ›

Barratt is a popular sweets brand that is owned by Tangerine confectionery LTD, the company is based in Pontefract in Yorkshire and it manufactures many of the UK's favourite confectionery and Popcorn. Monmore Confectionery stock a range of retro sweets to wholesalers as well as supplying to the general public.

Are fruit salad sweets gum? ›

Traditional Sweets

Fabulous quality Fruit Salad Gums by Lions, they're the best we've found and that's why we sell them! A wonderful assortment of fruit shaped and flavoured gummy sweets that contain only natural flavourings and colourings. We think they're a real winning sweet.

What is a creamy fruit salad made of? ›

Beat cream cheese and sugar together in a large bowl with an electric mixer. Mix in whipped topping on high speed until incorporated. Fold in pineapple, fruit co*cktail, bananas, apple, coconut, pecans, raisins, and cherries. Transfer to a serving bowl, cover, and chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

What is ambrosia salad made of? ›

Ambrosia Fruit Salad

The best Ambrosia Salad recipe is made with pineapple, mandarin oranges, yogurt, mini marshmallows, coconut and whipped cream. This easy side dish has a delicious tropical sweetness and is always a crowd favorite!

What is the number one healthiest fruit? ›

Blueberries take the title of healthiest fruit. Blueberries' stunning hue comes from their anthocyanins — an antioxidant believed to be responsible for their numerous health benefits. Long-term studies suggest that including blueberries in your regular lineup may lower the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes.

Is it okay to eat fruit salad every day? ›

They're healthy!

Did you know that we should each be eating at least 400g of fruit everyday? The great thing about fruit salad is that it makes hitting those all important numbers a breeze. You'll also feel great about yourself thanks to a range of health benefits that come from increased vitamins and antioxidants.

What flavor is the fruit salad chew? ›

The classic pineapple and raspberry flavoured sweets from Barratt. Perfect on their own or perhaps team them up with Black Jacks!

Do fruit salad sweets have gelatin in them? ›

Yes, there's no gelatine or any other non-vegetarian ingredient in this sweet.

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