The Ingredients
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Canned Fruit: 1 can Pineapple Tidbits and 1 can Mandarin Oranges (keep the juices!).
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The “Secret” Thickener: 1 box (3.4 oz) Instant Vanilla Pudding mix (dry).
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Fresh Fruit: Strawberries, Blueberries, Bananas, and Grapes (red and green).
Instructions
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Create the Base: In a large bowl, combine the pineapple tidbits and mandarin oranges. Do not drain them—the pudding mix needs the juice from the cans to dissolve and thicken into a glaze.
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Add the Pudding: Sprinkle the dry Instant Vanilla Pudding mix directly over the canned fruit and juice.
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Mix and Set: Stir well until the pudding mix is completely dissolved and the liquid has thickened into a creamy, golden sauce.
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Fold in Fresh Fruit: Gently fold in your sliced strawberries, blueberries, grapes, and sliced bananas.
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Chill: Let it sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to fully set.
Pro-Tips for Success
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Banana Timing: If you aren’t serving this immediately, wait to add the bananas until right before you eat so they don’t turn brown or get mushy.
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The Pudding: Make sure you use Instant pudding, not the “cook and serve” kind, or it won’t thicken with the cold juice.
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Variations: Some people like to fold in a tub of whipped topping (like Cool Whip) at the very end for a fluffier texture.