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Old-Fashioned Ambrosia Salad Recipe on a plate

Ambrosia Fruit Salad

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can 20 oz pineapple chunks, drained well
  • 1 can 15 oz mandarin oranges, drained well
  • 2 cups seedless grapes halved
  • 1 1/2 cups miniature marshmallows
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • 1/2 cup maraschino cherries drained and halved

Method
 

  1. Combine drained pineapple, oranges, grapes, and marshmallows in large bowl.
  2. Whisk sour cream, cream, and sugar separately until smooth and blended.
  3. Gently fold cream mixture into fruit and marshmallows to coat evenly.
  4. Gently fold in coconut and nuts to distribute evenly.
  5. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight to meld flavors.
  6. Stir gently just before serving; top with cherries.