Classic Creamy Ambrosia Salad

Name: Classic Creamy Ambrosia Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 can pineapple tidbits, drained; 1 can mandarin oranges, drained; 1 cup seedless grapes, halved; 1/2 cup maraschino cherries, halved; 1 cup mini marshmallows; 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut; 1 cup sour cream; 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream or whipped topping

A delightful fruit salad that combines juicy fruits and sweet marshmallows in a light creamy dressing.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· July 20, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

0 minutes

Total

1 hour 15 minutes

Serves

Ambrosia salad is a true classic at any potluck or holiday dinner. It is always the first bowl to be emptied because it tastes just like a sweet, refreshing treat that everyone loves to eat by the spoonful.

My best tip for this recipe is to make sure you drain the canned fruit very well. If there is too much extra juice, the creamy dressing will become runny instead of staying nice and thick.

🧺 Ingredients

1 can pineapple tidbits, drained
1 can mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup seedless grapes, halved
1/2 cup maraschino cherries, halved
1 cup mini marshmallows
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream or whipped topping

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Place the drained pineapple, mandarin oranges, grapes, and cherries in a large mixing bowl.
2
Gently fold in the mini marshmallows and shredded coconut until they are evenly distributed.
3
In a separate small bowl, stir the sour cream and whipped topping together until smooth.
4
Pour the dressing over the fruit mixture and stir gently so you do not crush the fruit.
5
Cover the bowl and keep it in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving so the flavors can blend together.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. This salad tastes even better the next day once the marshmallows soften up a bit. Serve it cold for the best texture.

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