This Pineapple Lemon Fluff Salad is one of those timeless recipes that shows up at spring brunches and summer cookouts for a reason. It’s creamy, refreshing, and full of bright lemon flavor that feels fresh and nostalgic all at once.

With just a handful of simple ingredients and only a few minutes of prep, this easy no-bake dessert comes together quickly. It’s the kind of sweet treat you can stir up at the last minute and still feel confident setting out for guests.

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Love fluff salad desserts? You may also enjoy this Strawberry Fluff Salad.

How to Make Lemon Fluff Salad with Pineapple

Here are the ingredients you need to make this pineapple lemon pudding fluff salad recipe, plus step by step instructions for how to make it.

Ingredients

20 oz crushed pineapple, undrained
3 oz instant lemon pudding
Juice and zest from one lemon
8 oz whipped topping, thawed
2 cups mini marshmallows
½ cup coconut

Step by Step Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed pineapple (with the juice) and the dry lemon pudding mix. Stir until the pudding mix is fully moistened and begins to thicken.

2. Finely zest the lemon directly into the bowl. Slice the lemon in half and squeeze in the fresh juice, removing any seeds. Mix well until smooth and evenly blended.

3. Gently fold in the whipped topping using a spatula, stirring just until the mixture is light and creamy.

4. Add the mini marshmallows and shredded coconut. Fold them in evenly so they’re distributed throughout the salad.

5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to blend and the texture to firm up.

6. Before serving, garnish with a lemon slice and a sprinkle of coconut and/or extra marshmallows if desired.

If you need a dessert that’s low effort but always gets compliments, this fluff salad is it. It’s fluffy, cool, and perfect for serving a crowd without spending all day in the kitchen. Make it ahead, let it chill, and set it out when you’re ready. Simple, classic, and reliably delicious—this is one of those recipes you’ll come back to every spring and summer.

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Lemon Fluff Salad with Pineapple

A quick Lemon Fluff Salad made with pineapple, lemon pudding, marshmallows, and whipped topping. Simple, creamy, and perfect for parties.

Prep Time10

Chill Time1

Total Time1 10

Course: Dessert

Servings: 8

Author: Carol

Ingredients

20 oz crushed pineapple, undrained
3 oz instant lemon pudding
Juice and zest from one lemon
8 oz whipped topping, thawed thawed
2 cups mini marshmallows
½ cup coconut

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed pineapple (with the juice) and the dry lemon pudding mix. Stir until the pudding mix is fully moistened and begins to thicken.
Finely zest the lemon directly into the bowl. Slice the lemon in half and squeeze in the fresh juice, removing any seeds. Mix well until smooth and evenly blended.
Gently fold in the whipped topping using a spatula, stirring just until the mixture is light and creamy.
Add the mini marshmallows and shredded coconut. Fold them in evenly so they’re distributed throughout the salad.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to blend and the texture to firm up.
Before serving, garnish with a lemon slice and a sprinkle of coconut and/or extra marshmallows if desired.