Coconut Cream Salad
Indulge in the tropical bliss of Coconut Cream Salad, a creamy and refreshing dessert that’s as easy to make as it is delightful to eat. Bursting with the sweet, juicy flavors of pineapple chunks and mandarin orange segments, this no-cook recipe combines shredded sweetened coconut, fluffy mini marshmallows, and freshly whipped cream sweetened with powdered sugar and vanilla. Optional toasted pecans add a delightful crunch, while a garnish of fresh mint leaves elevates its presentation. Ready in just 15 minutes and chilled to perfection, this fruit salad is the ultimate choice for potlucks, summer gatherings, or a simple treat to satisfy your cravings. Perfectly balanced between tropical flavors and creamy decadence, Coconut Cream Salad is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleasing favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
- 1 cup mandarin orange segments (fresh or canned, drained)
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup toasted pecans (optional, chopped)
- 2 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded sweetened coconut, pineapple chunks, mandarin orange segments, and mini marshmallows.
In a separate medium mixing bowl, pour the heavy whipping cream. Use an electric mixer or hand whisk to whip the cream until soft peaks form.
Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the whipped cream and gently fold to combine.
Carefully fold the whipped cream mixture into the fruit and coconut mix, ensuring the ingredients are evenly coated but not overmixed.
If desired, stir in the toasted chopped pecans for added texture and flavor.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve in individual bowls or a large serving dish. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a decorative touch, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2853 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 179.4 g | 230% | |
| Saturated Fat | 101.7 g | 508% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 240 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 218 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 299.0 g | 109% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.3 g | 108% | |
| Total Sugars | 216.1 g | ||
| Protein | 17.6 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 194 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1397 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
