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Ambrosia Salad

Easy Ambrosia Salad Recipe - A Creamy Retro Delight

This Easy Ambrosia Salad combines vibrant fruits and fluffy whipped cream for a nostalgic dessert experience.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Desserts
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 container Cool Whip or homemade whipped cream for fresher taste
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt as a healthier alternative
For the Fruits
  • 1 jar Maraschino Cherries remove stems for easy eating
  • 1 can Pineapple Tidbits drain well before adding
  • 1 can Mandarin Oranges drain thoroughly
For the Extras
  • 2 cups Mini Marshmallows

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Ambrosia Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, scoop the thawed Cool Whip and add the sour cream. Stir until smooth and free of lumps, about 2 minutes.
  2. Drain the maraschino cherries, pineapple tidbits, and mandarin oranges thoroughly. Pat dry with paper towels and set aside.
  3. Fold in the dried fruits and mini marshmallows into the whipped cream mixture until evenly coated.
  4. Transfer the mixture to an airtight container and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  5. Serve the chilled Ambrosia Salad in individual cups or a large bowl, garnished with additional maraschino cherries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite fruits or add a tropical twist with diced mango or kiwi.

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