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Peach fluff is a refreshingly light dessert salad that is all about the peach! This easy, crowd-pleasing dessert or side dish comes together in minutes! Sliced canned peaches, peach Jell-O, Cool Whip, vanilla pudding, mini marshmallows, cream cheese, and pecans create a deliciously peachy treat! This fluffy dessert tastes like summer any time of year.
We love that this fluff is both light and cream and has really great peach flavor!
**The sweet marshmallows soak up all the vanilla pudding and juice from the peach and turn into tender little yummy surprises. Bring a large bowl to your next potluck to serve as a dessert or side dish that will surely delight your guests!
We make and serve this easy no-bake dessert recipe at BBQs, Sunday suppers, potlucks, and weeknight summer dinners — it’s always a hit! If you love cool, creamy desserts like this, be sure to browse my No-Bake Desserts collection for even more easy favorites.
You’ll definitely want to try my Oreo Fluff, Strawberry Fluff, and Pineapple Fluff next — they’re all just as simple, sweet, and perfect for sharing!
PEACH FLUFF INGREDIENTS
- Vanilla pudding mix: I use Jell-O brand.
- Peach Jell-O mix: I use Peach Gelatin Dessert Mix, Jell-O Brand
- Water: Tap or filtered
- Cream cheese: Any brand, regular.
- Cool Whip: Do not substitute this ingredient. Cool whip will stabilize the dessert, so it doesn’t fall like real whipped cream.
- Peaches in juice: Not in syrup, no sugar added sliced peaches in a can.
- Mini Marshmallows: Fluffy goodness adds texture and interest to this dessert.
- Pecans: I prefer pecans for a little crunch. You can also use walnuts.
CAN YOU USE FRESH PEACHES?
Yes! Fresh peaches are plentiful in this fluff. If you use fresh peaches, cut them up and place them in a sieve set over the sink for 20-30 minutes.
Then lay them out on a length of paper towels, or double paper towels, long enough to accommodate the peaches in a single layer. Top with another layer of paper towels. This will absorb any extra moisture that would otherwise dilute the pudding mixture and make it runny.
You’ll need 4-6 peaches, depending on the size. They don’t need to be peeled, but I prefer them peeled.
NOTES + TIPS
- Which Canned Is Best: We like canned peaches in their juice rather than in heavy syrup. The heavy syrup in this recipe prevents the fluff from thickening correctly.
- Size Of Box: If you can only find a 6-ounce box of peach-flavored Jell-O, simply use half. You can also measure the weight with a kitchen scale. Here’s my favorite
- Make It BIG! This recipe doubles beautifully. It’s great for when you want to serve a crowd.
- Serve It Up! You can serve Peach Fluff in individual dessert cups or a large salad bowl.
- Remember: This dessert salad can be made in minutes. A refrigeration time of one to two hours is required before serving.
- Switch It Up: Try using cheesecake, coconut, or white chocolate-flavored pudding instead of vanilla pudding. All variations are delicious, so try it each way for variety.
HOW TO MAKE PEACH FLUFF
STORING + FREEZING + MAKE-AHEAD
- How Long Can You Keep This in The Fridge? Once prepared, your peach Fluff will last up to four days in the fridge.
- Can You Freeze This? I do not recommend freezing.
- Make-Ahead: You can prepare this dessert in advance. Just cover and store it in the refrigerator.
- Food Safety: For more information on food safety, please visit this link.
More No-Bake Desserts
Cranberry Fluff – A light, creamy, slightly tart fluff that’s especially popular around the holidays but delicious year-round.
Creamy Fruit Salad – A classic, sweet and creamy fruit-filled favorite that’s always a hit at potlucks and family gatherings.
Fresas Con Crema – Fresh strawberries in a sweet, creamy sauce — simple, refreshing, and perfect for warm weather.
Hershey Pie – Rich, chocolatey, and incredibly easy, this no-bake pie is always a crowd favorite.
Lemon Icebox Cake – Cool, creamy, and full of bright lemon flavor, this one is perfect when you want something refreshing and easy.
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Peach Fluff
Ingredients
- 3 ounces Peach Jell-O mix
- 1 cup hot water
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 5.1 ounces instant vanilla pudding
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 8 ounces Cool Whip thawed
- 3 (15-ounce) cans sliced peaches in juice - not syrup, well drained and chopped
- 5 ounces mini marshmallows
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
Optional Toppings:
- chopped pecans
- mini marshmallows
- chopped can peaches
- maraschino cherries
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, stir together peach Jello mix (3 ounces) and hot water (1 cup) until Jello is completely dissolved. Pour in the cold water (1/2 cup) and stir to combine then place in the fridge to cool, for about 15 minutes.
- Remove the Jello from the fridge and pour in the vanilla pudding mix (dry) (5.1 ounces) and use a whisk to completely combine. Return the bowl to the fridge to thicken slightly, about 15 minutes.
- In another medium bowl, using a handheld mixer, beat cream cheese (4 ounces) until fluffy. Fold in Cool Whip (8 ounces).
- Fold in the cream cheese (4 ounces) and Cool Whip mixture, chopped peaches (3 cans), mini marshmallows (5 ounces), and pecans (1 cup).
- Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or better, overnight.
- Serve from bowl or place in individual dishes. Garnish, if desired, with extra marshmallow, chopped pecans, and a maraschino cherry.
Notes
- Which Canned Is Best: We like canned peaches in their own juice rather than in heavy syrup. The heavy syrup in this recipe doesn't allow the fluff to thicken correctly.
- Size Of Box: If you can only find a 6-ounce box of peach-flavored Jell-O, simple use half. You can also measure the weight with a kitchen scale. Here's my favorite (This is an affiliate link. If you buy from this link, I make a tiny bit of money, and it doesn't cost you anything! This really helps me and I truly appreciate your support friends!!)
- Make It BIG! This recipe doubles beautifully. It's great for when you want to serve a crowd.
- Serve It Up! You can serve Peach Fluff in individual dessert cups or in a large salad bowl.
- Remember: This dessert salad can be made in minutes. A one to two-hour refrigeration time is needed before serving.
- Switch It Up: Try using cheesecake, coconut, or white chocolate flavor pudding, in lieu of the vanilla pudding. All variations are delicious, so try it each way for variety.
Nutrition
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Can I use fresh peaches
Yes! Fresh peaches are plentiful in this fluff. If you use fresh peaches, cut them up and place them in a sieve set over the sink for 20-30 minutes.
Then lay them out on a length of paper towels, or double paper towels, long enough to accommodate the peaches in a single layer. Top with another layer of paper towels. This will absorb any extra moisture that would otherwise dilute the pudding mixture and make it runny.
You’ll need 4-6 peaches, depending on the size. They don’t need to be peeled, but I prefer them peeled.
Heavenly! It’s so good!
Yaaay! Thanks, Grace 🙂