Description
This Caramel Apple Fluff Salad is a delightful and creamy dessert salad that combines the tartness of Granny Smith apples with the sweet, rich flavors of butterscotch pudding, Greek yogurt, and mini Twix bars. Topped with a luscious caramel syrup drizzle, it’s perfect for gatherings or a festive 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 and Candy
- 4 Granny Smith apples, sliced into chunks and drizzled with 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 (11.4 oz.) bag mini Twix bars, chopped into bite-sized pieces
Garnish
- 1/4 cup caramel syrup
Instructions
- Prepare the pudding mixture: In a large bowl, beat together the buttermilk (or Greek yogurt) and instant butterscotch pudding mix for 3-4 minutes until the mixture is smooth and thickened.
- Fold in whipped topping: Gently fold the thawed frozen whipped topping into the pudding mixture to create a light and fluffy base.
- Add apples and candy: Mix in the sliced Granny Smith apples, which have been tossed with lemon juice to prevent browning, and the chopped mini Twix bars until evenly combined.
- Chill and set: Refrigerate the mixture for at least 20 minutes to allow it to set and develop flavors.
- Garnish and serve: Just before serving, drizzle the caramel syrup over the top of the salad for an extra layer of sweetness and visual appeal. Enjoy!
Notes
- The lemon juice on the apples helps to prevent browning and keeps the salad looking fresh.
- You can substitute Greek yogurt with buttermilk depending on personal taste or texture preference.
- For a crunchier texture, add chopped nuts such as pecans or walnuts.
- Make sure to thaw the frozen whipped topping completely before folding it in to avoid clumps.
- This salad is best served chilled and consumed within 1-2 days for optimal freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
