Description

This Orange Creamsicle Fluff is a light, refreshing dessert that combines the vibrant flavors of orange Jell-O, creamy vanilla cheesecake pudding, and sweet mandarin oranges with fluffy marshmallows and whipped topping. Perfect for potlucks, summer gatherings, or as a sweet treat, this chilled dessert is easy to prepare and delightfully creamy with a nostalgic creamsicle taste.

Ingredients

Scale

Gelatin and Pudding Base

1 box orange Jell-O
1 box instant vanilla cheesecake pudding mix
1 cup boiling water
½ cup cold water

Mix-Ins and Topping

1 8-oz tub Cool-Whip whipped topping
11 oz mandarin oranges, drained
1 ½ cups mini pastel marshmallows

Instructions

Dissolve Jell-O: In a large bowl, add the orange Jell-O powder and pour in 1 cup of boiling water. Whisk thoroughly until the Jell-O is completely dissolved.
Add Cold Water: Stir in ½ cup of cold water to the dissolved Jell-O mixture, then cover and chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to begin setting.
Incorporate Pudding Mix: Add the instant vanilla cheesecake pudding mix to the slightly set Jell-O and whisk well until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
Chill to Thicken: Return the mixture to the refrigerator and chill another 20 minutes, allowing it to thicken to a creamy consistency.
Fold in Whipped Topping and Mix-Ins: Gently fold the Cool-Whip, drained mandarin oranges, and mini pastel marshmallows into the thickened pudding mixture until everything is evenly combined without deflating the fluffiness.
Final Chill: Refrigerate the combined mixture for 1 to 2 hours to let the flavors meld and the dessert set fully.
Garnish and Serve: Before serving, garnish with additional mandarin oranges, marshmallows, and fresh mint leaves for a colorful and appealing presentation.

Notes

Make sure to fully dissolve the Jell-O powder in boiling water for a smooth texture.
Use drained mandarins to avoid excess liquid that could thin the fluff.
For extra zest, add a teaspoon of orange zest to the mixture before chilling.
This dessert can be prepared a day in advance and refrigerated overnight.
To keep marshmallows from hardening, add just before serving if preparing early.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Orange Creamsicle Fluff, orange Jell-O dessert, no-bake dessert, summer dessert, mandarin orange fluff, marshmallow dessert, pudding salad