Snickers Salad

Snickers Salad is a mixture of sweet and tangy delight. This dessert salad is a fusion of crispy apples, velvety whipped cream, and caramel and chocolate from Snickers bars that can be made in minutes.

I have a special fondness for dessert salads when it comes to sharing at grand gatherings. Crowd-pleasers like Strawberry Jello Fluff and Orange Jello Salad bring a unique and beloved touch to the occasion. And, of course, you can’t forget the timeless classics such as Ambrosia Salad and Pistachio Pudding Salad, which always add a nostalgic charm to the spread.

What I Love About This Recipe

• Quick: Snickers Salad is a breeze to whip up, making it a go-to dessert for last-minute gatherings or when you’re craving a treat in a hurry.
• Crowd-Pleaser: Whether you’re at a potluck, picnic, or family dinner, it’s a versatile dish that never fails to impress and satisfy a variety of tastes.
• Unique Dessert Salad: Snickers Salad stands out as a distinctive and creative dessert salad that will pique the curiosity of those who have never tried it before.

How to Make Snickers Salad

1. Prepare the pudding. Whisk the instant vanilla pudding mix and milk together in a large bowl and let stand for 5 minutes before moving to the next step.
2. Fold in the Cool Whip. Fold in the Cool Whip using a rubber spatula until it’s fully incorporated with the pudding mixture.

3. Mix in the sweets. Add the Granny Smith Apples, chopped Snickers bars, and mini marshmallows to the mixture and fold the ingredients until fully mixed. Place in the refrigerator to chill until ready to serve.

Make-Ahead and Storage Instructions:

• Make-Ahead Instructions: This needs to be served chilled so you can make Snickers Salad the night before. Follow the directions for preparing the recipe and keep it stored in an air-tight container in the fridge. When ready to serve gently stir it.
• Storage Instructions: Cover it tightly with plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container. Then, refrigerate it to keep it fresh. It’s best to consume within 1-2 days to maintain the quality and prevent the apples from becoming too soft or brown.

Recipe Variations

• Use different candy bars: If you want to try a different candy bar or have some Halloween candy to use up some other options to try are Twix, Milky Way, and 3 Musketeers.
• Drizzle caramel sauce on top: Some versions of this salad are served with caramel sauce drizzled on top.

This recipe was originally published on March 10, 2020, and then updated in October 2023.