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a colorful fruit salad featuring oranges and pineapples and coconut flakes
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Southern Ambrosia Fruit Salad

A delightful, sweet, citrusy, fruit salad that is a true Southern classic.
Prep Time15 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours2 hours
Total Time2 hours 15 minutes
Course: Dessert, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Southern
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 320kcal
Author: Blissful Foods Plus

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 - 20 ounce can of pineapple tidbits or chunks (drain and reserve juice)
  • 1 large apple (peeled and chopped)
  • 1 -15 ounce can of fruit cocktail (drained)
  • 2 -15 ounce cans of mandarin oranges (drained)
  • ½ cup sugar
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup flaked sweetened or unsweetened coconut

Instructions

  • Place your peeled & chopped apple in the reserved pineapple juice and set aside.
  • Combine sour cream and sugar in a large mixing bowl mixing thoroughly,
  • Drain fruit cocktail and mandarin oranges. Very important to drain all fruit well.
  • Drain chopped apple and discard the pineapple juice.
  • Combine all fruits with sour cream and sugar mixture. Gently mix .
  • Add mini marshmallows, pecans, and coconut flakes. Toss all ingredients again lightly and place in the refrigerator for several hours before serving.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 320kcal