Description
This Caramel Apple Fluff Salad is a delightful and creamy dessert salad combining tart Granny Smith apples, sweet butterscotch pudding, whipped topping, and crunchy mini Twix bars. Finished with a drizzle of caramel syrup, it’s a perfect crowd-pleaser for gatherings or an indulgent treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Base
- 1 (16 oz.) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
- 2 (3.4 oz.) packages instant butterscotch pudding mix
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt or buttermilk
Fruit
- 4 Granny Smith apples, sliced into chunks and drizzled with 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Add-ins
- 1 (11.4 oz.) bag mini Twix bars, chopped into bite-sized pieces
Garnish
- 1/4 cup caramel syrup, for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare the pudding mixture: In a large bowl, beat together the plain Greek yogurt or buttermilk and the instant butterscotch pudding mix for 3-4 minutes until the mixture becomes smooth and thickened, creating a creamy base.
- Fold in whipped topping: Gently fold the thawed frozen whipped topping into the pudding mixture, ensuring it is well combined while maintaining a light and fluffy texture.
- Add apples and Twix bars: Incorporate the Granny Smith apple chunks, which have been tossed with lemon juice to prevent browning, and the chopped mini Twix bars into the mixture, distributing them evenly throughout the salad.
- Chill the salad: Transfer the salad to the refrigerator and chill for at least 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the pudding mixture to set properly.
- Garnish and serve: Before serving, drizzle the salad with caramel syrup for added sweetness and finish, then enjoy this creamy, crunchy, and fruity dessert salad.
Notes
- Use lemon juice on apples to prevent browning and maintain fresh appearance.
- Can substitute mini Twix bars with any caramel chocolate candy for variation.
- Make sure the frozen whipped topping is fully thawed before folding in for best texture.
- Chilling longer than 20 minutes can enhance the flavors and texture.
- For a lighter version, use low-fat Greek yogurt and sugar-free pudding mix if available.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
