Caramel Apple Salad (Taffy Apple Salad)
📜 Collection: UK3 | ✍️ Attribution: Unknown | 📂 Category: Desserts A classic potluck favorite, this creamy and crunchy no-bake dessert salad combines fresh apples, pineapple, marshmallows, and nuts in a rich butterscotch pudding base. It is a nostalgic treat perfect for gatherings and easy to prepare ahead of time.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 mins | 0 mins | 1-2 hours | 8-10 Servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Silicone spatula
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 package (3.5 oz) | Butterscotch Instant Pudding Mix | dry powder |
| 1 Cup | Dry Roasted Nuts | cashews or pecans |
| 1 can (20 oz) | Pineapple | crushed, undrained |
| 1 Cup | Marshmallows | miniature |
| 3 Cups | Apples | chopped, unpeeled |
| 1 container (8 oz) | Whipped Topping | thawed |
Instructions
Step 1: Combine Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine the 1 package (3.5 oz) butterscotch instant pudding mix, 1 cup dry roasted nuts, 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple (undrained), 1 cup miniature marshmallows, 3 cups chopped unpeeled apples, and 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping.
Step 2: Mix and Chill
- Stir gently but thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and the mixture is uniform.
- Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours until the pudding mix has dissolved and the salad is chilled and set.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: This salad is best when chilled for at least 2 hours; keep refrigerated and consume within 24 hours for the best texture.
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