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Creamy Ambrosia Delight!

Ambrosia salad: assemble this classic creamy fruit salad in minutes. Perfect for picnics or a simple sweet treat, full of tropical flavors and fluffy marshmallows.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces whipped topping, thawed
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
  • 1 11-ounce can mandarin oranges, drained
  • 1 20-ounce can pineapple tidbits
  • 1 16-ounce jar maraschino cherries, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 2 cups gluten-free mini marshmallows

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, stir together the whipped topping and sour cream.
  2. Using a spatula, carefully fold remaining ingredients into whipped topping mixture.
  3. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
  4. Store leftovers in an air-tight container and refrigerate.

Notes

- For the creamiest ambrosia salad, ensure your whipped topping is fully thawed but still cold before mixing. If it's too warm, it can become runny.
- If you're looking for a tangier flavor profile, consider adding a tablespoon of lemon juice to the whipped topping and sour cream mixture. This can brighten the overall taste of your ambrosia salad.
- Storage: Leftover ambrosia salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. The fruits will release some liquid over time, so give it a gentle stir before serving leftovers.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.