Ingredients
Let’s gather our ingredients and get ready to whip up this delightful dessert. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 package (3 oz) strawberry gelatin
- 1 cup miniature marshmallows
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
If you’re out of fresh strawberries, frozen ones will work in a pinch. Just thaw and drain them before using. And if pecans aren’t your thing, feel free to skip them or swap with walnuts!
Instructions
Now that we have everything we need, let’s walk through the steps to create this delightful dessert:
- In a medium bowl, combine the sliced strawberries with sugar and let them macerate for about 10 minutes. This step brings out their natural juices.
- While the strawberries are resting, prepare the strawberry gelatin according to the package instructions and let it cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with vanilla extract until soft peaks form. This should take about 3-4 minutes. My grandmother used to say that patience with the whipped cream pays off, and she was right!
- Gently fold the cooled gelatin into the whipped cream, followed by the macerated strawberries and their juices. Stir in the miniature marshmallows and crushed pineapple.
- If using, add the chopped pecans for an extra crunch. Mix everything until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture into a serving dish or individual cups and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let it set. The anticipation while it chills is almost as sweet as the first bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International