Quick & Easy Frozen Fruit Salad

Creamy, fruity, cool — a vintage Southern favorite!

This old-fashioned frozen fruit salad is the kind of recipe grandmas kept on handwritten index cards. Light, refreshing, and unbelievably simple, it’s perfect for holidays, potlucks, or whenever you want a cold, creamy treat with almost no effort.

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🍓 Ingredients

• 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
• 1 can (15 oz) fruit cocktail, drained
• 1 cup frozen strawberries, chopped
• 1 cup mini marshmallows
• 1 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip)
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
• ½ cup chopped pecans (optional)
• 1–2 bananas, sliced (optional)

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🥣 Preparation

1. Make the Creamy Base

1. In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
2. Add condensed milk and mix until creamy.
3. Fold in Cool Whip gently.

2. Add the Fruit

1. Add pineapple, fruit cocktail, strawberries, and marshmallows.
2. Add pecans or banana slices if using.
3. Mix gently to keep fruit pieces intact.

3. Freeze

1. Pour mixture into a loaf pan or casserole dish.
2. Freeze for 4–5 hours until firm.
3. Let sit 10 minutes before slicing or scooping.

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🍒 Serving Ideas

Serve in:

• Small squares
• Scoops
• Little bowls with a cherry on top
• Ice-cream cones for kids

Pairs beautifully with:

• Grilled chicken
• BBQ plates
• Sunday lunch
• Backyard gatherings

Enjoy !!!