Description
This Delicious Orange Dreamsicle Salad is a refreshing and creamy dessert salad combining fresh oranges with a fluffy whipped cream and yogurt mixture flavored with orange extract. Tiny mini marshmallows add a delightful chewy texture, making it a perfect chilled treat for warm days or festive occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 4 oranges, peeled and sliced
Cream Mixture
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon orange extract
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Prepare the oranges: Peel and slice the oranges evenly, then place them in a large mixing bowl to serve as the juicy base of the salad.
- Whip the cream: In a separate bowl, whip together the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form, creating a light and fluffy texture.
- Combine yogurt and extract: Gently fold the vanilla yogurt and orange extract into the whipped cream mixture until blended smoothly, infusing the salad with classic dreamsicle flavor.
- Mix with oranges: Carefully fold the creamy mixture into the sliced oranges, making sure that all orange pieces are evenly coated without breaking them down.
- Add marshmallows: Stir in the mini marshmallows delicately, distributing them throughout the salad for added texture and sweetness.
- Chill before serving: Place the salad in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld and the mixture set, resulting in a refreshing cold dessert.
Notes
- For best results, use freshly peeled and sliced oranges to maximize juiciness and flavor.
- Ensure to whip the cream to soft peaks to create the ideal texture for folding.
- You can substitute vanilla yogurt with plain yogurt if desired, but vanilla enhances the creamy sweetness.
- Chilling time is crucial for allowing all flavors to combine; do not skip refrigeration.
- This salad should be served cold and consumed within 1-2 days for freshness.
