Dessert

Grinch Fluff Recipe

Bymia larkspur December 30, 2025December 30, 2025

Introduction

Grinch Fluff is a festive, creamy dessert perfect for holiday gatherings. Its bright green color and sweet, fluffy texture make it a fun treat that both kids and adults will love.

A close-up of a spoon holding a creamy, light green dessert that looks soft and whipped, with small red and green sugar sprinkles scattered on top. The dessert seems to have a fluffy texture with visible rounded peaks. In the blurred background, there is more of the same dessert in a clear glass container and a bright red cloth on a white marbled surface. The colors are bright, and the lighting is soft, highlighting the smooth and creamy texture. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 8 oz package cream cheese (softened, room temperature)
3.4 oz vanilla pudding packet
1 ½ cup cold milk
½ cup powdered sugar
Green food coloring
1 container cool whip
3 cups mini marshmallows
Red and green sprinkles
Whipped cream and maraschino cherries (for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, whisk the cold milk into the vanilla pudding until no lumps remain. Add 3-5 drops of green food coloring and mix well.
Step 2: In a separate mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Combine the green pudding mixture with the cream cheese mixture, stirring until well blended. Gently fold in the cool whip until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Step 4: Fold in the mini marshmallows until they are coated evenly. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
Step 5: When ready to serve, top with whipped cream, red and green sprinkles, and a maraschino cherry for a festive touch. Enjoy!

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, try adding a splash of vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture before folding in the pudding.
If you prefer a less sweet dessert, reduce the powdered sugar slightly or use sugar-free pudding mix.
Instead of mini marshmallows, chopped green apple or kiwi slices can add a fresh twist and a bit of tang.

Storage

Store Grinch Fluff covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It’s best enjoyed chilled. If the texture thickens too much after storing, let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes and gently stir before serving.

How to Serve

A white bowl full of a light green, fluffy mixture that looks creamy and smooth, piled high with small marshmallows mixed inside and on top. The dish is sprinkled generously with bright green sugar crystals that add a sparkling texture. The bowl sits on a white marbled surface with red and green striped paper straws placed nearby and a red cloth in the background. The overall look is soft, festive, and inviting with a focus on the light green color and white marshmallows. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make Grinch Fluff ahead of time?

Yes, it’s perfect to make a few hours or even the day before serving. Just keep it tightly covered in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

What if I don’t have green food coloring?

You can use natural alternatives like matcha powder or spinach juice, but the color may be less vibrant. Alternatively, skip the coloring for a vanilla fluff version.