Ambrosia Salad Recipe with Cool Whip: A Creamy Delight
Ambrosia Salad is a classic, creamy dessert made with fruit, marshmallows, and nuts, all blended with a fluffy Cool Whip base. This sweet, fruity salad is perfect for any occasion, and it’s quick and easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Dessert, Side Dish
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 can (11 oz) mandarin oranges, drained
1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
1 cup shredded coconut (optional)
1 cup mini marshmallows
1/2 cup maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
1 cup sour cream
1 cup Cool Whip
1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Drain the mandarin oranges and crushed pineapple thoroughly. Chop the maraschino cherries into small pieces and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cream and Cool Whip. Stir until smooth and well combined.
- Fold in the mandarin oranges, crushed pineapple, marshmallows, shredded coconut (if using), and chopped cherries. Gently mix everything together until evenly distributed.
- If you’re using nuts, fold in the chopped pecans or walnuts.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled and enjoy this creamy, fruity delight!
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
This salad can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before serving, allowing the flavors to meld together.
For a dairy-free version, substitute the sour cream and Cool Whip with non-dairy alternatives like coconut cream and non-dairy whipped topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
