Description
Creamy classic ambrosia salad beckons with nostalgic Southern charm, blending marshmallows, coconut, and sweet fruits into a delightful dessert. Elegant yet simple, this timeless treat provides a perfect finish for summer gatherings and family celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits:
- 1 (20 ounces / 567 grams) can pineapple tidbits, drained
- 1 (11 ounces / 312 grams) can mandarin oranges, drained
- 1 cup shredded coconut
Dairy and Sweet Ingredients:
- 1 (14 ounces / 397 grams) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 (8 ounces / 227 grams) container whipped topping, thawed
Binding Ingredients:
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Prepare a spacious mixing vessel and gently fold the tropical fruit chunks, delicate citrus segments, and pillowy marshmallows together with creamy whipped topping.
- Drizzle the luscious sweetened condensed milk across the mixture, ensuring an even coating that will bind all components harmoniously.
- Sprinkle freshly shredded coconut throughout, creating delightful textural contrast and enhancing the salad’s tropical essence.
- Thoroughly incorporate all ingredients, using gentle folding motions to maintain the light, airy texture of the whipped elements.
- Transfer the ambrosia mixture into a sealed container, smoothing the top with a spatula to create an even surface.
- Refrigerate for a minimum of 120 minutes, or ideally overnight, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify.
- Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir to redistribute the ingredients and restore its fluffy consistency.
- Garnish with additional coconut flakes or a sprinkle of marshmallows for visual appeal and extra crunch.
- Present chilled, offering a refreshing and indulgent dessert experience that captures the essence of tropical sweetness.
Notes
- Customize your salad by adding chopped pecans or walnuts for extra crunch and nutty flavor.
- Swap regular marshmallows with mini marshmallows for a more uniform texture and easier mixing.
- Use fresh whipped cream instead of whipped topping for a richer, more homemade taste if you prefer.
- For a lighter version, substitute low-fat whipped topping and sweetened condensed milk to reduce calories.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 38 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg