Ambrosia Fruit Salad

Ambrosia Fruit Salad is a sweet mixture of mandarin oranges, fruit cocktail, coconut, and marshmallows coated in whipped cream. It originated in the 1900s and had a period of popularity in the United States. It is widely considered to be a traditional dish, suitable for family gatherings.

Below is one interpretation.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups of mandarin oranges, drained
  • 2 cans of pineapple, drained
  • 2 cups of grapes
  • 3 cups whipped cream
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 6–8 cups miniature marshmallows
Ambrosia Fruit Salad

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Procedure

  1. Mix the mandarin oranges, pineapple, and grapes in a large bowl.
  2. Fold in the whipped cream, sour cream, and marshmallows.
  3. Chill for at least an hour.
  4. Stir again before serving.