Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip), thawed
- 1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, well drained
- ½ cup sweetened shredded coconut
- ½ cup mini marshmallows
- Optional: ½ cup chopped macadamia nuts or maraschino cherries
- Optional garnish: toasted coconut flakes, pineapple chunks
Instructions
- Mix base: In a large bowl, gently fold together whipped topping and dry vanilla pudding mix until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Add tropical mix-ins: Stir in drained pineapple, shredded coconut, marshmallows, and optional nuts or cherries.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate at least 1–2 hours, or until well chilled and flavors meld.
- Serve cold, garnished with toasted coconut or fresh pineapple if desired.
💡 Pro Tips:
– Drain pineapple thoroughly—squeeze in a colander or paper towels to prevent a watery texture.
– For extra piña colada flavor, add ½ tsp coconut extract or 1 tbsp rum (non-alcoholic version: use pineapple juice).
– Make it dairy-free: Use dairy-free whipped topping and check pudding label (or use cornstarch-based homemade vanilla pudding).
Prep Time & Nutrition (per serving, serves 8):
Prep Time: 10 min (+ chilling) | Total Time: 1 hr 10 min
Servings: 8 | Calories: 170 | Net Carbs: 22g | Fats: 9g | Protein: 2g
Servings: 8 | Calories: 170 | Net Carbs: 22g | Fats: 9g | Protein: 2g