When the hot weather arrives, there is nothing better than a refreshing, creamy dessert that will make you feel like you are in a tropical paradise. This Hawaiian dessert with pineapple and coconut is very refreshing and delicious.
We are describing a light and fluffy dessert made of coconut pudding mixed with tangy crushed pineapple, tropical cherries, and crunchy macadamia nuts. After that, everything is covered in delicious whipped cream and soft marshmallows to create a texture that feels like a heavenly, fluffy, creamy dessert.
What is the best thing? This tropical flavor is very easy to make without needing to bake anything. Just a few gentle mixes are enough to combine those familiar, delicious flavors into a heavenly mixture that you’ll want to savor every bit of.
It all begins by making a coconut pudding mixture with instant pudding mix, sweetened condensed milk, and the juice from crushed pineapple. The delicious tropical sweetness creates the perfect base for adding all the fun and exciting mix-ins.
Soft small marshmallows, sweet cherries, and toasted nuts are covered in a coconut-pineapple pudding. A thick layer of fluffy whipped cream is added on top before the dessert is refrigerated until it becomes sweet and creamy.
Once you start eating, each bite is a delicious taste of familiar tropical flavors. The different feels! How sweet! The fun fruity scents that take you to a joyful moment. It’s like a fancy version of a childhood fruit salad with coconut, pineapple, and macadamia nuts.
This material can be easily adjusted to suit your preferences. Don’t like maraschino cherries? Omit them! Do you want more crispiness? Sprinkle some toasted coconut or chopped pecans on top. Adding a bit of rum or pineapple juice turns it into a complete cabana cocktail. Make it your own!
This Hawaiian Pineapple Coconut Fluff is perfect for warm weather and can be prepared in advance for your spring and summer parties. Baby showers, outdoor parties, and Fourth of July celebrations – this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone because of its fluffy and creamy texture.
Just make the delicious tropical mixture, add all the fun ingredients, and then refrigerate it for a few hours until it becomes a creamy and dreamy dessert. The delicious and refreshing tropical flavor is even better when prepared in advance, allowing the flavors to blend together for a truly irresistible taste.
From my own experience, I have seen friends and family members repeatedly going back for “just one more bite” around 12 times in a row. It’s so addictive and irresistible! If you enjoy the flavors of pineapple and coconut but are looking for a fancier version of the classic ambrosia salad from your childhood, this Hawaiian fluff dessert is like paradise.
Prepare to be quickly taken to a smooth, delightful tropical paradise with every bite. If you want a delicious dessert that you can prepare in advance for your spring and summer events, or if you simply want to indulge in a tropical treat, this Hawaiian Pineapple Coconut Fluff is the perfect choice for a refreshing and delightful experience.
Hawaiian Pineapple Coconut Fluff
List of ingredients:
1/2 cup of macadamia nuts, roasted and cut into small pieces.
2 packages of coconut cream instant pudding mix, each weighing 3.4 ounces.
1 can of crushed pineapple (20 oz) with its juice.
1 can (8 ounces) of crushed pineapple with its juice.
1 can of sweetened condensed milk (14 oz)
1 jar of cherries (16 oz), with the liquid removed.
3 cups of small marshmallows
1 container of thawed frozen whipped topping (16 oz)
You can also add whipped cream, cherries, and nuts on top if you like.
Steps:
Roast the macadamia nuts on a baking sheet in the oven at 350°F for 4-6 minutes until they smell good. Let it cool down completely.
In a big bowl, mix the pudding mixes, crushed pineapple with its juice from both cans, and sweetened condensed milk until well combined and thick.
Mix the marshmallows, cherries, whipped cream, and most of the toasted macadamia nuts together until well combined.
Put a lid on it and place it in the fridge for at least 4 hours so the flavors can mix and settle.
Before serving, stir it gently one more time. Add the rest of the whipped cream, cherries, and macadamia nuts if you like.
Reminder:
To make it taste more like coconut, you can add 1-2 teaspoons of coconut extract or 1 cup of shredded coconut.
You can use pecans or walnuts instead of macadamia nuts.
You can add a bit of rum or pineapple juice if you like.
You can store leftover food in the fridge for 3-4 days.
This delicious Hawaiian dessert is like a taste of paradise! Great dessert to prepare in advance for your spring and summer gatherings.
