Description
Experience the joy of ambrosia salad, a fluffy and fruity dish that combines creamy marshmallows, tangy pineapple, and juicy mandarin oranges. This nostalgic treat is a must-have for any gathering, bringing smiles and sweet memories to your table. Perfect for holidays or simple get-togethers, this recipe is easy to whip up, allowing you to focus on creating cherished moments with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 can (20 oz) unsweetened pineapple chunks, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) canned mandarin oranges, drained
- 1 cup shredded coconut (sweetened)
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup whipped topping
- ½ cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients in one place for convenience.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine pineapple chunks, mandarin oranges, and shredded coconut. Stir gently.
- Fold in mini marshmallows and optional chopped nuts carefully.
- In another bowl, whisk together sour cream and whipped topping until smooth.
- Pour the creamy mixture over the fruit mixture and gently fold until everything is well-coated.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg