The Best Easy Fruit Salad with a Secret Ingredient
If you're looking for a quick, delicious, and crowd-pleasing fruit salad, this recipe is exactly what you need! This easy fruit salad features a secret ingredient—instant vanilla pudding—that makes it extra creamy and enhances the natural sweetness of the fruit. Perfect for potlucks, brunches, or an easy weeknight dessert.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 4 cans sliced peaches in heavy syrup chilled and undrained
- 1 box instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 carton strawberries cut
- 1 lb red seedless grapes
- 3 bananas sliced
- Coconut flakes optional, for serving
Instructions
- Drain the peach syrup into a large mixing bowl.
- Whisk in the instant vanilla pudding until fully combined and smooth.
- Add the peaches, strawberries, and grapes to the bowl and stir well.
- Gently fold in the sliced bananas just before serving to keep them from browning.
- Serve immediately and top with coconut flakes if desired.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- The bananas may brown slightly, so if making ahead, wait to add them just before serving.