This is the classic taffy apple salad recipe. A quick fruit salad that is easy to assemble and a great make-ahead apple salad that is perfect for family, friends or parties. Sweet marshmallows and whipped topping along with the fresh fruit flavors of juicy pineapple and crispy apples, topped off with a nutty crunch and you have a great fruit salad recipe. 9 Ingredients Needed: - Canned Pineapple Chunks Make Ahead for this Salad: - Steps 1 & 2 should be completed the day before you want to serve this apple salad.
Ingredients:
STEP ONE ITEMS
canned pineapple chunks 1 (15 oz) can
STEP TWO ITEMS
sugar 1/2 cup
STEP THREE ITEMS
frozen whipped topping 1 (8 oz) container (thawed) ________________________________________________________ This taffy apple salad recipe is prepared in a three step process. The first two steps should be done the day before you want to serve this apple salad and refrigerated overnight. Step 1: Drain the pineapple and reserve the juice. In a bowl, combine the pineapple and the marshmallows. You may cut the pineapple chunks into smaller pieces if you like. Toss the ingredients to mix well and refrigerate this mixture overnight. Step 2: In a saucepan, combine the reserved pineapple juice, sugar, beaten egg, flour and the vinegar. Heat over a low flame and cook until the mixture thickens, stirring often. Pour into a bowl and refrigerate overnight. This is your sauce for the salad. Step 3: The following day, a couple of hours before serving the fruit salad, take out the pineapple mixture and the sauce from the refrigerator. In a large mixing bowl, combine the pineapple mixture, sauce, the chopped apples and nuts and combine well. Then fold in the whipped topping. Chill the entire taffy apple salad in the refrigerator until ready to serve. To Serve Apple Salad: Return to Top of Page
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