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Ambrosia Salad Recipe

A creamy dessert that has been enjoyed by generations, it is a simple yet flavorful dish that combines the goodness of fruits, the tangy and creamy taste of whipped cream, the grainy texture of coconut, and the sweetness of marshmallows.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 C. Sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 C. Canned pineapple chunks drained
  • 1 C. Mini marshmallows
  • 1 C. Canned mandarin orange segments drained
  • ½ C. Chopped pecans
  • 1 C. Maraschino cherries halved
  • 1 C. Cool Whip

Instructions

  1. Mix together the pineapple chunks, mandarin orange segments and cherries in a bowl.
  2. Stir in the marshmallows, coconut and pecans. Toss to combine.
  3. Fold in the Cool Whip until the mixture is incorporated well.
  4. Chill for 1 hour before serving.
  • Author: Marie
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Category: Desserts
  • Cuisine: American