Ambrosia Salad Recipe: Creamy and Nostalgic
Ambrosia Salad with a creamy, nostalgic flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 15 oz can pineapple chunks, drained
- 1 15 oz can mandarin oranges, drained
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- ½ cup chopped pecans optional
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup whipped topping
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: Extra marshmallows maraschino cherries
- Suggested Pairings: Iced tea fresh fruit
Instructions
- Drain pineapple and oranges thoroughly.
- Mix sour cream, whipped topping, sugar, and vanilla; taste and adjust.
- Fold in fruit, marshmallows, coconut, and pecans.
- Chill for 1 hour.
- Serve in a white ceramic bowl with cherries.
Notes
- Drain fruit to avoid a watery texture.
- Store in the fridge for 3 days; do not freeze.
- Try a vegan or tropical variation.
- Pair with shortbread cookies.