This sweet and creamy Ambrosia Salad features a delightful mix of canned fruit, miniature marshmallows, and a rich, tangy dressing. A classic dessert salad with Southern U.S. origins, it's a nostalgic favorite ideal for holiday gatherings and family potlucks. Ready in just 15 minutes, it offers a decadent and refreshing taste.
Ingredients
Directions
Prepare the Fruit: In a colander, thoroughly drain the canned pineapple chunks and mandarin oranges. Critical Tip: Squeeze out as much liquid as possible with the back of a spoon to prevent the salad from becoming watery. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
Make the Dressing: In a large mixing bowl, gently whisk together the sour cream, heavy cream, and granulated sugar until smooth.
Combine Ingredients: Fold the drained pineapple, mandarin oranges, shredded coconut, miniature marshmallows, and chopped pecans into the dressing. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
Final Step: Gently stir in the halved maraschino cherries. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the Ambrosia Salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Garnish with extra cherries and a fresh mint leaf just before serving.
Ambrosia Salad Recipe
Serves: 6 People
Prepare Time: 5
Cooking Time: 14
Calories: 300
Difficulty:
Easy
This sweet and creamy Ambrosia Salad features a delightful mix of canned fruit, miniature marshmallows, and a rich, tangy dressing. A classic dessert salad with Southern U.S. origins, it's a nostalgic favorite ideal for holiday gatherings and family potlucks. Ready in just 15 minutes, it offers a decadent and refreshing taste.
Ingredients
Directions
Prepare the Fruit: In a colander, thoroughly drain the canned pineapple chunks and mandarin oranges. Critical Tip: Squeeze out as much liquid as possible with the back of a spoon to prevent the salad from becoming watery. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
Make the Dressing: In a large mixing bowl, gently whisk together the sour cream, heavy cream, and granulated sugar until smooth.
Combine Ingredients: Fold the drained pineapple, mandarin oranges, shredded coconut, miniature marshmallows, and chopped pecans into the dressing. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
Final Step: Gently stir in the halved maraschino cherries. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the Ambrosia Salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Garnish with extra cherries and a fresh mint leaf just before serving.
