Frosty Melon Ambrosia
Indulge in the refreshing sweetness of Frosty Melon Ambrosia, a stunning summer dessert packed with vibrant flavors and creamy textures. This no-bake recipe combines juicy cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon, delicately scooped into bite-sized balls and coated in a luscious Greek yogurt and heavy cream dressing, lightly sweetened with powdered sugar, orange juice, and zest for a citrusy twist. Mini marshmallows and sweetened shredded coconut add a playful, tropical touch, creating a dish that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect for backyard barbecues, potlucks, or a light yet indulgent treat on hot days, this chilled ambrosia is garnished with fresh mint leaves for a hint of sophistication. Ready in just 25 minutes of prep, Frosty Melon Ambrosia is the ultimate crowd-pleasing fruit salad that hits all the right notes for a refreshing dessert or side dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium (about 2 pounds) cantaloupe
- 1 medium (about 2 pounds) honeydew
- 1 small (about 3 pounds) watermelon
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Slice the cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon in half. Remove the seeds from the cantaloupe and honeydew if necessary.
Using a melon baller, scoop out small, round balls from all three melons and transfer them into a large mixing bowl. Discard the rind.
In a separate small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, heavy cream, powdered sugar, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Pour the yogurt mixture over the melon balls in the large bowl. Gently toss to coat the fruit evenly without breaking the balls.
Add the sweetened shredded coconut and mini marshmallows to the coated melon. Carefully fold them in to distribute evenly.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and to chill the ambrosia.
Before serving, give the ambrosia a gentle stir. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
Serve chilled and enjoy this frosty, tropical dessert on a warm day or at your next gathering.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1966 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.7 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.1 g | 231% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 128 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 646 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 299.0 g | 109% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.8 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 243.0 g | ||
| Protein | 34.8 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 365 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 3370 mg | 72% | |
*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.
