Best Ambrosia Fruit Salad Recipe
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This Ambrosia Salad is the ultimate creamy, dreamy twist on a classic! Expert techniques and a luscious piña colada dressing of homemade whipped cream, cream of coconut (GAME CHANGER), vanilla yogurt, and pineapple juice make it the light, irresistible potluck hero!
Ingredients
Instructions
Dry Fruit: Drain AND PAT DRY all the canned fruits (reserve pineapple juice), then set aside.
Make Dressing: Add the heavy cream, cream of coconut, pineapple juice, vanilla extract, and salt to a large mixing bowl. Beat with a handheld mixer until stiff peaks form (the cream holds its shape when the whisks are removed). Gently fold in the Greek yogurt and lemon zest to avoid deflating the dressing.
Combine Ingredients: To the same bowl with the dressing, add all the salad ingredients except for the mandarin oranges, and fold to combine. Then, fold in the oranges.
Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30-60 minutes before serving.
Serving Timeline: Ambrosia Salad is at its peak freshness after chilling for 1–4 hours, once the flavors have melded and the dressing has set into a light, creamy consistency. It’s best enjoyed the same day it’s made, especially when using homemade whipped cream, while it’s still fluffy and fresh.
