unk Yard Salad, despite its unconventional name, is a sweet and indulgent dessert salad that’s incredibly easy to prepare. Here’s a condensed version of the recipe for clarity:
Ingredients:
- 21 ounces cherry pie filling (canned)
- 20 ounces crushed pineapple (canned), drained
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk (from Eagle Brand)
- 2 cups miniature marshmallows
- 1 package (1 ounce) dry vanilla pudding mix
- 8 ounces Cool Whip (whipped topping)
Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cherry pie filling and drained crushed pineapple.
- Add the sweetened condensed milk and miniature marshmallows to the mixture. Stir until well combined.
- Sprinkle the dry vanilla pudding mix over the mixture and continue to mix thoroughly until the pudding mix is fully incorporated.
- Gently fold in the Cool Whip until the salad is uniformly mixed.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least a few hours, or ideally overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill.
- Serve chilled and enjoy this sweet and creamy dessert salad.
Junk Yard Salad offers a quick and effortless way to create a tasty treat that’s perfect for potlucks, picnics, or anytime you’re craving a simple, sweet dish!