🍊 Orange Fluff (Creamy No-Bake Dessert)
📝 Ingredients
- 1 box (85g / 3 oz) orange gelatin (Jell-O)
- 1 cup boiling water
- ½ cup cold water
- 1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 can (about 1 cup) mandarin oranges (drained)
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Dissolve gelatin
- In a bowl, mix orange gelatin with boiling water until fully dissolved
- Stir in cold water
- Let cool to room temperature (do not let it fully set)
2. Mix the base
- Add cottage cheese and stir well
- Fold in whipped topping until smooth and creamy
3. Add mix-ins
- Gently fold in mandarin oranges and mini marshmallows
4. Chill
- Refrigerate for 2–4 hours until fluffy and set
5. Serve
- Scoop into bowls and enjoy cold 😋
💡 Tips
- Use sugar-free gelatin for a lighter version
- Add crushed pineapple (well-drained) for extra flavor 🍍
- Chill overnight for best texture
- Sprinkle shredded coconut or nuts on top for crunch
❓ Q&A
Q: Can I make it ahead?
Yes! It actually tastes better after chilling overnight.
Q: How long does it last?
3–4 days in the fridge (covered).
Q: Can I make it without cottage cheese?
Yes—replace with cream cheese (for a richer texture).
Q: Why didn’t mine set properly?
It may not have chilled long enough or had too much liquid.
