Mom's Ambrosia
Indulge in nostalgia with Mom's Ambrosia, a classic no-bake dessert salad that’s bursting with vibrant fruity flavors and creamy decadence. This easy-to-make dish combines tender mandarin oranges, juicy pineapple tidbits, and sweet maraschino cherries, perfectly balanced with fluffy miniature marshmallows and shredded coconut. A dollop of tangy sour cream brings it all together, while optional chopped pecans add a delightful crunch. Perfect for potlucks, gatherings, or holiday tables, this crowd-pleasing recipe is ready in just 15 minutes and requires only a quick chill to enhance its refreshing taste. Serve this chilled ambrosia salad as a sweet side or a light dessert, and watch it become the star of the table!
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Ingredients
- 15 ounces Mandarin oranges (canned, drained)
- 20 ounces Pineapple tidbits (canned, drained)
- 1 cup Maraschino cherries (halved, drained)
- 2 cups Miniature marshmallows
- 1 cup Sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 0.5 cup Chopped pecans (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained mandarin oranges and pineapple tidbits.
Step 2
Add the halved and drained maraschino cherries to the bowl.
Step 3
Stir in the miniature marshmallows and sweetened shredded coconut.
Step 4
Gently fold in the sour cream until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Step 5
If desired, add the chopped pecans for extra crunch, and mix gently.
Step 6
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and marshmallows to soften.
Step 7
Give the ambrosia a gentle stir before serving chilled.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1714.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2298.5 |
| Total Fat 110.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 55.2g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 115mg | 0% |
| Sodium 519.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 339.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 261.7g | |
| Protein 20.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 479.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1354.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories