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Junk Yard Salad

Sweet, creamy, and irresistibly nostalgic, Junk Yard Salad is a no-bake dessert loaded with cherry pie filling, pineapple, marshmallows, and crunchy pecans. It’s rich, fluffy, and perfect for holidays, potlucks, or whenever you want something easy and indulgent.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can cherry pie filling
  • 1 large can crushed pineapple drained
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows
  • 1 cup pecans chopped
  • 8 oz whipped topping thawed

Method
 

  1. Combine cherry pie filling, pineapple, and condensed milk in a large bowl.
  2. Stir in marshmallows and pecans.
  3. Fold in whipped topping until fluffy and combined.
  4. Cover and refrigerate overnight before serving.

Notes

Letting it chill overnight softens the marshmallows and blends the flavors beautifully. Add extra nuts or coconut for more texture if desired.