Delicious Ambrosia Salad With Coconut Whip for Every Occasion

Experience the delightful flavors of Ambrosia Salad With Coconut Whip, a perfect no-bake dessert for gatherings.

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Prep Time 15

Chill Time 2

Total Time 2 15

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Salad

Cuisine: Southern

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad Base

8 oz Cool Whip can substitute with homemade whipped cream for a fresher option.
0.5 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used as a healthier substitute.
2 cups Fruit-Flavored Marshmallows traditional marshmallows can be used if fruit flavoring is not desired.

For the Tropical Twist

1 cup Sweetened Shredded Coconut unsweetened coconut can be used for a less sweet version.
20 oz Canned Pineapple Tidbits fresh pineapple can be substituted if preferred.
10 oz Maraschino Cherries optional for those who prefer not to use preserved fruits.
11 oz Mandarin Oranges fresh mandarins can replace canned for a fresher taste.

Equipment

mixing bowl
spatula
Plastic wrap

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, add 8 oz of Cool Whip and ½ cup of sour cream. Blend until smooth, light, and fluffy for about 2 minutes.
Gently fold in 2 cups of fruit-flavored marshmallows and 1 cup of sweetened shredded coconut into the creamy base.
Introduce 20 oz of well-drained pineapple tidbits, 10 oz of drained Maraschino cherries, and 11 oz of drained mandarin oranges into the mixture.
Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
After chilling, gently stir and serve into a bowl or individual cups.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill for at least 2 hours for optimal flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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