Ambrosia Salad Recipe
Ambrosia Salad is a classic American fruit salad known for its sweet, creamy texture and tropical flavors. Combining whipped topping, sour cream, mini marshmallows, mandarin oranges, pineapple, coconut, maraschino cherries, and toasted pecans, this refreshing dessert is perfect for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or a light, sweet treat chilled to perfection.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Dressing
- 1 1/2 cups Cool Whip
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Fruit and Mix-ins
- 3 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 (15-oz.) can mandarin oranges, drained
- 1 cup chopped fresh pineapple
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 3/4 cup halved maraschino cherries (stems removed), drained
- 3/4 cup toasted pecans
Instructions
- Combine Dressing: In a large bowl, gently mix together the Cool Whip and sour cream until smooth and well blended, creating a creamy base for the salad.
- Add Ingredients: Fold in the mini marshmallows, drained mandarin oranges, chopped fresh pineapple, shredded coconut, halved maraschino cherries, and toasted pecans carefully to preserve the fruit and nuts’ texture.
- Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid, and refrigerate the Ambrosia Salad for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld and the salad to chill thoroughly. It can be refrigerated overnight for enhanced flavor and texture.
Notes
- For best texture, use fresh pineapple and ensure canned mandarin oranges and cherries are well-drained to avoid excess moisture.
- To toast pecans, heat a dry skillet over medium heat and stir pecans for 3–5 minutes until fragrant and golden, then cool before adding.
- The salad tastes best when chilled for several hours but can be served within one hour if needed.
- Optional: Add a splash of pineapple juice or orange juice for a tangier flavor.
- Leftovers should be stored covered in the refrigerator and consumed within 2-3 days for optimal freshness.
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