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Snickers Salad

Name: Snickers Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings (1 cup each)
Cuisine: midwest
Ingredients: 1 pcs instant vanilla pudding mix (3.4 oz box); 1.5 cup milk (cold); 8 oz whipped topping (thawed); 4 pcs Snickers bars (full-size, chilled and chopped. Note: standard Snickers bars are not gluten-free.); 3 pcs Granny Smith apples (medium, cored and chopped); 0.25 cup caramel sauce (for drizzling)

RATING

4.4/5(55)

TASTE SCORE

8/10

A beloved Midwest potluck classic that's more dessert than salad! Crunchy apples, chewy Snickers, and a creamy pudding base create an irresistible, easy-to-make treat for any gathering.

PREP

15m

COOK

SERVES

1 CUP

651 cal

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

For 4 servings

1 pcsinstant vanilla pudding mix · 3.4 oz box1.5 cupmilk · cold8 ozwhipped topping · thawed4 pcsSnickers bars · full-size, chilled and chopped. Note: standard Snickers bars are not gluten-free.3 pcsGranny Smith apples · medium, cored and chopped¼ cupcaramel sauce · for drizzling

NUTRITION · PER SERVING

651

CALORIES · 1 CUP

Protein9g · 6%

Carbs92g · 57%

Fat29g · 40%

Fiber5g

Sodium358mg

Potassium465mg

Phosphorus243mg

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INSTRUCTIONS

5 steps.

5 STEPS

1
In a large bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk
- a.Continue whisking for about 2 minutes until it begins to thicken.
2
Step 2
- a.Gently fold the thawed whipped topping into the pudding mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as you want to keep it light and airy.
3
Step 3
- a.Add the chopped Granny Smith apples and chopped Snickers bars to the bowl.
4
Step 4
- a.Fold everything together until the apples and candy bars are evenly coated in the creamy pudding mixture.
5
Step 5
- a.Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld. Just before serving, drizzle generously with caramel sauce.

PRO TIPS

What to keep in mind.

6 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.

1
For best results, chill the salad for at least one hour before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together perfectly.
2
Chop the apples and Snickers bars right before mixing to prevent the apples from browning and the candy from becoming too soft.
3
Using chilled Snickers bars makes them much easier to chop without melting or sticking.
4
Fold the whipped topping in gently; overmixing can cause it to deflate and make the salad watery.
5
If making ahead, add the apples just before serving to ensure they stay crisp.
6
Drizzle the caramel sauce on top just before serving so it doesn't get absorbed into the salad.

RECIPE VARIATIONS

Adapt it for your goals.

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Snickers Salad

For 4 servings

5 steps.

In a large bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

What to keep in mind.

Adapt it for your goals.

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Budget friendly

Quick

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