Description
Snickers Salad is a delightful and indulgent dessert salad combining crisp Granny Smith apples, chopped Snickers bars, creamy vanilla pudding, and whipped topping. This no-cook, easy-to-make recipe blends sweet and crunchy textures with a hint of caramel, perfect for potlucks, parties, or a fun family treat.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 6 Granny Smith apples, chopped
- 6 Snickers bars, chopped
- 1 package (3.4 oz) vanilla instant pudding mix
- 1 cup cold milk
- 8 oz Cool Whip or whipped topping
Optional Toppings
- ¼ cup chopped peanuts
- Caramel sauce for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare the apples: Wash and core the Granny Smith apples, then chop them into bite-sized cubes. Place the chopped apples in a large mixing bowl.
- Mix the pudding: In a separate bowl, whisk the vanilla instant pudding mix with 1 cup of cold milk. Allow the mixture to sit for about 5 minutes so it thickens properly.
- Fold in whipped topping: Gently fold the Cool Whip or whipped topping into the thickened pudding mixture until it is smooth and fluffy.
- Combine pudding with apples: Pour the creamy pudding mixture over the chopped apples and gently stir to coat all the apple pieces evenly.
- Add Snickers pieces: Fold in most of the chopped Snickers bars, reserving a few pieces for garnish on top.
- Chill the salad: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and the salad to chill.
- Garnish and serve: Before serving, sprinkle the remaining chopped Snickers bars and optional chopped peanuts on top. Drizzle with caramel sauce if desired for extra sweetness and presentation.
Notes
- Use Granny Smith apples for their tartness and crisp texture which balances the sweetness of the Snickers and pudding.
- For a lighter version, substitute Cool Whip with a lower-fat whipped topping or whipped cream.
- This salad is best served chilled and consumed within 1-2 days for optimal freshness.
- Optional caramel drizzle adds a lovely finishing touch but increases sugar content.
- Ensure pudding mix is fully thickened before folding in the whipped topping to avoid a runny salad.
