Elf Hats Holiday Treats
Watergate Salad is a retro dessert salad made with pistachio pudding, crushed pineapple, mini marshmallows, and whipped topping. This easy, no-bake recipe is creamy, fluffy, and has just the right amount of sweetness, perfect for gatherings and special occasions. Serve it as a side dish or dessert!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert, Side Dish
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (3.4 oz) instant pistachio pudding mix
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, undrained
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
- Maraschino cherries and extra chopped nuts (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, stir together the pistachio pudding mix and crushed pineapple (with juice) until well combined.
- Add Marshmallows and Nuts: Gently fold in the mini marshmallows and chopped walnuts, mixing until evenly distributed.
- Fold in Whipped Topping: Add the whipped topping and fold gently until everything is well combined and fluffy. Be careful not to overmix.
- Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Garnish and Serve: Just before serving, garnish with maraschino cherries and a sprinkle of extra nuts, if desired. Serve chilled.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add ½ cup of shredded coconut.
- You can substitute pecans for walnuts or leave the nuts out for a nut-free version.
- This salad can be made up to a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
Find it online: https://recipe.ukfinda.com/elf-hats-holiday-treats/