Ambrosia Salad Recipe
This easy, creamy and fluffy classic Ambrosia Salad is sure to be a hit with everyone! Made with fruit, marshmallows, cool whip and shredded coconut, it makes the perfect old-fashioned treat. This dessert salad is the ultimate potluck, side dish and dessert sure to be loved by kids and adults both.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 can mandarin oranges, drained (15oz)
- 1 jar maraschino cherries, drained and halved, reserve a few whole cherries for garnish (10z)
- 1 can pineapple tidbits, drained (20oz)
- 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 container whipped topping, Cool Whip (8oz)
Instructions
- Drain the mandarin oranges, maraschino cherries, and pineapple tidbits thoroughly. Pat them gently with a paper towel to remove excess moisture to prevent the salad from becoming watery.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cream and whipped topping until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Gently fold in the mini marshmallows, shredded coconut, mandarin oranges, maraschino cherries, and pineapple tidbits. Be careful not to overmix to keep the fruit intact and the mixture fluffy.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. This helps the flavors meld and gives the salad its signature fluffiness.
- Before serving, garnish with extra shredded coconut and whole maraschino cherries for a festive look.