Millionaire Peach Salad Recipe
Make Millionaire Peach Salad Recipe tonight: creamy peaches, marshmallows, and pecans ready in minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) peach halves, drained and sliced
- 1 cup miniature marshmallows
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup whipped topping
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Step 1: Combine the fruit and mix-ins
In a large, sturdy bowl combine the drained, sliced peach halves with the miniature marshmallows, chopped pecans, and shredded coconut. Use a gentle folding motion to bring the textures together so the marshmallows remain pillowy, the pecans sit as crunchy islands, and the coconut is evenly distributed; this creates the layered texture that defines the salad’s character.
Step 2: Make the sweet mayonnaise dressing
In a separate smaller bowl whisk the brown sugar, mayonnaise, and vanilla extract until completely smooth and homogenous. The dressing should be glossy and slightly thick — sweet, creamy, and speckled with tiny vanilla threads — ready to coat the fruit without making it runny.
Step 3: Fold the dressing into the fruit mixture
Gently pour the brown sugar–mayonnaise mixture over the peach and marshmallow mixture, then fold carefully until every piece is lightly coated and the mixture reads as a single, cohesive creamy mass with visible peach pieces and marshmallow highlights. The salad should look glossy but textured, with pecan clusters and coconut flakes still distinct.
Step 4: Incorporate the whipped topping for lift
Fold the whipped topping into the combined salad with soft, airy strokes until the whole mixture becomes velvety and slightly billowy; the whipped topping should lighten the dressing into a soft, cloud-like cream while preserving the fruit’s juiciness and the pecans’ crunch.
Step 5: Chill to set the flavors
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the assembled salad for at least one hour so the dressing firms slightly, flavors meld, and the textures settle — the whipped topping becomes a stable, glossy swell and the peaches relax into the cream.
Step 6: Serve chilled and garnished
Spoon the chilled Millionaire Peach Salad into a serving bowl, finishing with a scattering of toasted pecan halves on top for shine and contrast; serve cold as a sweet, creamy side or dessert with the salad’s orange peach pieces peeking through the soft, snowy cream.
Notes
- Chill at least 1 hour before serving to let flavors meld.
- Toast pecans lightly for extra depth.
- Use fresh peaches in season for a brighter flavor.
- Fold whipped topping gently to preserve airiness.
- If too sweet, add a splash of lemon juice to balance.