Description
Experience the nostalgia of summer picnics with this delightful Ambrosia Salad. This creamy, fruity dish combines mini marshmallows, vibrant fruits like pineapple and mandarin oranges, and a sprinkle of nuts, all enveloped in whipped cream. Perfect for potlucks or holiday gatherings, it’s a showstopper that will have your taste buds dancing with joy!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup fresh whipped cream (or store-bought)
- 1 cup canned pineapple chunks, drained
- 1 cup mandarin oranges, drained
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- ½ cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- ½ cup maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your kitchen counter to streamline the process.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mini marshmallows, drained pineapple chunks, mandarin oranges, chopped nuts, and coconut flakes. Stir gently to mix without crushing the fruit.
- Carefully fold in the whipped cream until all the fruit is coated.
- Top with maraschino cherries for a colorful finish.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve in bowls or on plates, garnishing with extra cherries or nuts if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg