Fireball Cherry Fluff Recipe

Reasons You’ll Love This Recipe

• Quick To Make: This salad comes together in minutes, so you don’t have to worry about spending hours in the kitchen to make a sweet treat. 
• Unique Flavor: The addition of Fireball cinnamon whiskey gives this fluff salad a fun, spicy twist that sets it apart from traditional recipes So, it will be a crowd favorite!
• Minimal Ingredients: With only a handful of easy-to-find ingredients, you can whip this up without breaking the bank.

Recipe Ingredients

See the recipe card below for a complete list of ingredients and measurements.

Ingredient Notes:

• Cherry Jello: This is the base of the recipe, giving it a sweet, fruity flavor and a vibrant color. 
• Cool Whip: Whipped topping adds a creaminess and slightly fluffy consistency to the salad.
• Maraschino Cherries: These sweet cherries add a pop of color and a burst of sweet cherry flavor.
• Mini Marshmallows: Add a sweet and chewy texture to the salad that helps to balance out the creaminess. 
• Sour Cream: This balances out the sweetness of the other ingredients and adds a tangy flavor.
• Chopped Pecans: Pecans add a nice crunch and nutty flavor to the salad.
• Fireball Whiskey: This ingredient adds a unique twist and gives the salad a subtle hint of cinnamon and spice.
• Ground Cinnamon: A dash of ground cinnamon enhances the overall warm and cozy flavors in this recipe. 
• Red Hots: These small, spicy candies add heat and sweetness to the salad. Plus, they look amazing. 

Substitutions and Additions

• More Fruit: Try adding some drained crushed pineapple for a tropical twist. However, it’s important that you drain it well so that it doesn’t water down the salad.
• Cottage Cheese: Swap out one cup of sour cream for cottage cheese if you want some extra protein. 
• Alcohol-Free Version: If you’d prefer a non-alcoholic version, you can simply omit the Fireball whiskey. The salad will still be delicious with the warm flavors of cinnamon.
• Different Nuts: If pecans aren’t your favorite, you can substitute them with chopped walnuts or even slivered almonds for a similar crunch and nutty taste.
• Vanilla Extract: Adding a splash of vanilla extract can increase the flavor. Just make sure that you add it to the powder and Cool Whip before you add the remaining ingredients.

How to Make Cherry Fluff Salad (step-by-step directions)

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the whipped topping and cherry jello powder.

Step 2: Add the remaining ingredients and mix gently.

Step 3: Cover and chill in the fridge overnight.

Step 4: Remove from the fridge and stir. Then garnish as desired.

Recipe Tips

• This fluff recipe must be kept cold, so keep it in the fridge until you are ready to serve it. 
• Measure the fireball carefully. Otherwise, the salad will be too thin. 
• You can eat this salad right away, but it really tastes better if you let it chill for a while first. 
• I used Ateco tip #824 to pipe the whipped on top of the salad for a beautiful look. However, this is optional, you can use a spoon as well.
• You do not need to prepare the jello before using it. Because, you are simply using the jello powder to add flavor to the whipped topping.

Storing Tips

• Refrigerator:  Store the leftover salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: You can also freeze this cherry fluff salad. Just store it in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Allow it to thaw overnight in the fridge before serving. 

Serving Suggestions

This simple cherry fluff recipe goes well with so many different meals. However, some of my favorite meals to pair it with are this Baked Tri Tip, Mexican Burger Sliders, or Slow Cooker Mexican Shredded Chicken Tacos.

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