Dessert or Salad? Who Cares! 12 Sweet Recipes That Blur the Line

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Somewhere between a salad and a dessert, these sweet treats prove you don’t have to choose. Whether they’re packed with fruit, whipped into something creamy, or loaded with a little of everything, these recipes bring the best of both worlds. Call them what you want, just know they won’t last long!

Fruit Salad with Cool Whip

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This Fruit Salad With Cool Whip recipe turns an ordinary fruit cocktail into a special occasion treat. Light and fluffy with a delicious creamy texture, this fancy fruit salad is the perfect springtime dessert!

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Easy Grape Salad

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Grape salad is the perfect side dish for any occasion! Not only does it taste delish but it’s an easy recipe that takes just minutes to make!

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Blueberry Fluff Salad

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This Blueberry Fluff Salad recipe is the perfect combination of creamy, fruity, and fluffy textures. With Cool Whip, blueberry pie filling, pudding and more, it’s an easy recipe that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any summer gathering.

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Banana Pudding Fluff

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If you’re a fan of banana recipes, you’ll love this Banana Pudding Fluff. It’s a versatile and delicious recipe that’s perfect for summer. With a sweet banana flavor and a light, fluffy texture, this dessert is irresistable!

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Strawberry Fluff

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This strawberry fluff salad will be your new favorite dessert recipe for summer. With plenty of fresh berries and a sweet, creamy texture, this crowd-pleasing dessert dip is perfect for any occasion.

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Peach Fluff

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This easy peach fluff salad may just be one of our new favorite summer treats. With tons of peach flavor, whipped topping, vanilla pudding and more, it’s the perfect light dessert for any occasion!

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Mixed Berry Cheesecake Fluff

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This easy Berry Cheesecake Fluff is loaded with a rich cheesecake flavor and plenty of fresh fruit. It’s an incredibly easy and delicious treat that makes the perfect side dish for all your summer gatherings!

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Pineapple Fluff

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This super simple 4-ingredient Pineapple Fluff Recipe is so light and creamy that it literally melts in your mouth. Loaded with deliciously sweet and tangy pineapple flavor, it’s the perfect make ahead dessert for summer parties and barbeques!

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Oreo Fluff

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You can never go wrong with Oreos and this Oreo Fluff is a tasty no-bake dessert that’s guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser! With just 5 ingredients, it’s a rich and creamy treat that can be whipped up in a matter of minutes (but it’ll disappear much faster!)

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Cranberry Fluff

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This easy Cranberry Fluff is a fun and festive dessert salad that makes the perfect addition to your holiday spread. Made with a tasty combination of cranberries, marshmallows, whipped cream, and more, this sweet and creamy treat is always a hit!

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    About Lisa O’Driscoll

    Lisa O’Driscoll is a lifestyle and parenting expert, cookbook author, and the creative force behind Fun Money Mom, a popular blog she’s run since 2014. She’s the author of the children’s cookbook Roll It, Slice It, Mash It, Dice It, designed to get kids excited about cooking. With multiple TV appearances under her belt, she loves sharing her expertise on family-friendly recipes, creative DIYs, and party planning and is always on a mission to inspire and entertain!

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