Pineapple Ambrosia
Brighten up your dessert table with this irresistibly creamy Pineapple Ambrosia, a classic no-cook treat packed with tropical flavors and a touch of nostalgia. Featuring sweet pineapple chunks, juicy mandarin oranges, shredded coconut, and pillowy mini marshmallows, this fruit salad is perfectly balanced with a luscious sour cream and powdered sugar dressing. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this chilled delight is a stress-free crowd-pleaser for holidays, potlucks, or summertime gatherings. Optional garnishes like vibrant maraschino cherries and crunchy slivered almonds add an extra layer of flavor and visual appeal. Perfectly sweet, lightly tangy, and oh-so-refreshing, this Pineapple Ambrosia will quickly become your go-to dessert for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Pineapple chunks
- 1.5 cups Mandarin oranges (canned, drained)
- 1 cup Shredded sweetened coconut
- 1.5 cups Mini marshmallows
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 0.5 cup Maraschino cherries (optional, for topping)
- 0.25 cup Slivered almonds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add the pineapple chunks, mandarin oranges, shredded coconut, and mini marshmallows. Gently toss to combine.
In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream and powdered sugar until smooth.
Pour the sour cream mixture over the fruit and marshmallows. Gently fold everything together until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, give the ambrosia a gentle stir. If desired, garnish with maraschino cherries and slivered almonds.
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2397 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.0 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.4 g | 332% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 58 mg | 19% | |
| Sodium | 262 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 396.1 g | 144% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.1 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 296.8 g | ||
| Protein | 21.5 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 368 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 1438 mg | 31% | |
*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.
