Cookie Salad Recipe The Recipe Critic

This cookie salad is always a hit! The instant pudding powder is the yummiest addition. For more pudding-based treats try my pistachio pudding salad, this Oreo fluff, or my popular stabilized whipped cream!

Cookies and salads seem contradictory to each other, but the combination of the two together is perfection in this cookie salad! You’ll love the fluffy pudding and juicy fruit before you even rave about the cookies pieces. The fudge stripes cookies add a sweet texture that takes this fruit salad to the next level! Everyone always questions this cookie salad recipe until they take their first bite. I can’t wait for you to try it! This is the perfect side dish to bring to your next get-together! No summer barbecue is complete without a creamy, delicious salad. For even more potluck dishes be sure to try ambrosia salad, creamy pea salad, or pineapple fluff!

Ingredients Needed

You only need 6 ingredients to make this easy cookie salad! It’s a quick stop at the grocery store when you need a last-minute dessert or side dish. Follow the recipe card below for exact measurements.

Buttermilk: The buttermilk is a MUST in this recipe! Instant Vanilla Pudding: Just the powder! It helps to thicken the salad. Cool Whip: Adds sweetness and fluffiness. Mandarin Oranges: Use canned mandarin oranges to add a sweet juicy texture. Crushed Pineapple: Pineapple tidbits work too! Just be sure to drain them. Fudge Stripe Cookies: Keebler fudge stripes cookies are the best part of this salad! You can chop or crumble the cookies. They also make mini fudge stripes cookies and those would be fun to add instead.

This recipe is incredibly easy and fast to prepare! You can even make it ahead of time and then add the cookies right before serving. It’s the perfect dessert salad for any party or potluck.

Buttermilk: Buttermilk is a key ingredient in this cookie salad! I’ve tried making it with heavy whipping cream and half-and-half, but it’s just not the same! The buttermilk adds a little tang to balance out the sweetness. It also helps create a perfect creamy texture. Fruit: Switch up the fruit by adding pineapple tidbits, pineapple chunks, grapes, or banana slices. Pudding Powder: This salad would be so tasty with banana instant pudding or cheesecake instant pudding. Have fun with the flavors! Add-ins: Try adding mini marshmallows because the kids would love it!

In the Refrigerator: Place leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. Make Ahead: If you plan on making it in advance then make the base and chill it in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Add the cookie pieces right before serving!