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What is "cookie salad"?

Cookie salad is a dessert dish that is popular in the Upper Midwest region of the United States. The dish typically consists of crushed cookies, such as vanilla wafers or shortbread, mixed with whipped cream, pudding, and sometimes fruit, such as mandarin oranges or crushed pineapple. Some variations also incorporate cream cheese, Cool Whip, or marshmallows. Cookie salad is often served at potlucks, family gatherings, and other social events, and is regarded as a comfort food by many who grew up eating it.