Ambrosia Salad
A delightful and refreshing dessert with a colorful mix of fruits, nuts, and creamy goodness, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 ounces cool whip (thawed) Thawed before mixing
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 can mandarin oranges (15-ounce, drained)
- 1 cup chopped fresh pineapple
- 3/4 cup maraschino cherries (sliced in half) Without stems
- 3 cups marshmallows Multi-colored flavored marshmallows recommended
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 3/4 cup pecans (chopped)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, add the thawed cool whip and sour cream. Stir until well combined.
- Add in the mandarin oranges, pineapple, cherries, marshmallows, coconut, and pecans. Stir gently until everything is mixed together.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or, for the best flavor, overnight.
Notes
For extra flavor, use toasted coconut or roasted pecans. This salad can be customized with seasonal fruits such as berries, apples, or bananas. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days.