If you’re like me, you’re always on the hunt for that next great dessert recipe. So, let me introduce you to Heavenly Hash, a dessert that truly lives up to its name. This recipe, with its roots in the Southern United States, is a delightful mixture of sweet, creamy, and fruity goodness. It’s made with simple ingredients like whipped cream, mini marshmallows, vanilla, sugar, and pineapple tidbits, but don’t let the simplicity fool you. This dessert packs a powerful flavor punch that’s sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. What I love about this recipe is its versatility. It’s perfect served on a plain cake, as a stand-alone dessert, or even as a side dish at a potluck. Plus, it’s super easy to make. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting out, you’ll find this recipe to be a breeze. So, grab your apron, and let’s get cooking!
Ingredients
- 1 pt. whipping cream
- 3 c. mini marshmallows
- 1 tsp. vanilla
- 1/4 c. sugar
- 1 can drained pineapple tidbits (20 oz.)
Cooking Method
- Whip cream to soft peaks.
- Add sugar and vanilla.
- Fold in marshmallows and pineapple.
- Store in refrigerator.
- Tastes best made one day in advance.
- Really good served on plain cake.
Calorie: 250
Total cooking time: 15 minutes
Difficulty level: Easy
The Heavenly Hash Saga
Every once in a while, a dessert comes along that quite literally whips you into a frenzy. This is the story of Heavenly Hash, a concoction of whipping cream, marshmallows, vanilla, sugar, and pineapple. But as with any good story, it’s not just about the ingredients. It’s about the journey.
The Sweet Beginning
It all started on a rather dull Tuesday. I had a pint of whipping cream that was nearing its expiry date and a strange craving for something sweet, fluffy, yet fruity. A quick scan of my kitchen revealed a bag of mini marshmallows, a bottle of vanilla extract, some sugar, and a can of pineapple tidbits.
Whipping into Shape
First things first, the whipping cream had to be, well, whipped. Easier said than done. After a few minutes of vigorous whisking, I was out of breath and the cream was still more liquid than soft peaks. This was a workout in itself. I could hear the cream laughing at my feeble attempts. Finally, with an electric mixer in hand, I declared victory.
Sugar and Spice and Everything Nice
Next came the sugar and vanilla, the sweet and the aromatic. A teaspoon of vanilla and a quarter cup of sugar later, my whipped cream had transformed into a sweet fluffy cloud. The aroma of vanilla filled the kitchen, and I was already imagining the end result.
Folding Fun with Marshmallows and Pineapple
By now, I was feeling quite like a pastry chef. The next step was to fold in the marshmallows and pineapple. Now, if you’ve never folded anything into whipped cream before, let me tell you, it’s not quite as easy as it sounds.
The marshmallows, those tiny sticky clouds of sweetness, decided to clump together on one side. The pineapple tidbits, on the other hand, were a bit more cooperative. After a few minutes of patient persuasion and some not-so-gentle stirring, I had a bowl of what looked like a fluffy cloud with chunks of pineapple and marshmallows.
Patience is a Virtue
The next instruction was to store it in the refrigerator. Now, they say patience is a virtue, but they never said it was easy. Waiting for the Heavenly Hash to chill was like waiting for your favorite show’s next season.
The Final Countdown
The recipe suggested that the Heavenly Hash tastes best made one day in advance. Talk about suspense! The waiting game intensified. I spent the day imagining the taste of this heavenly dessert.
The Sweet Revelation
Finally, the day arrived. I served the Heavenly Hash on a plain cake and took a bite. The sweet creaminess of the whipped cream, combined with the fluffy marshmallows, the tart pineapple, and the moist cake – it was a match made in heaven.
Was it worth the wait, you ask? Absolutely! Would I do it again? In a heartbeat! But maybe next time, I will double the recipe because it disappeared faster than you can say “Heavenly Hash”.
So, my friends, that was the tale of the Heavenly Hash. A dessert that, much like life, requires a bit of effort, a dash of sweetness, a sprinkle of fun, and a whole lot of patience.
