Ambrosia Salad

One of the famous desserts perfect for parties or just for the family! Easy to make!

RECIPE:

• 4 oz. cream cheese, softened

• 1/4 cup powdered sugar

• 1 tsp. vanilla extract

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream

• 1/2 cup sour cream or NF yogurt

• 1 (15-oz.) can mandarin oranges, drained

• 1 (20-oz.) can pineapple tidbits, drained

• 2 cups mini marshmallows

• 3/4 cup shredded sweetened coconut

• 8 maraschino cherries

• 1 pink grapefruit, peeled and cut into sections 

• 1/3 cup toasted coconut chips

1. To a mixing bowl, add the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Using an electric mixer, beat on medium speed until smooth. Transfer to a small bowl. 

2. Add the heavy cream to the mixing bowl and beat on medium speed until soft peaks form, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the cream cheese mixture back to the bowl and continue whipping until stiff peaks form. Fold in the sour cream. 

3. Add the mandarin oranges, pineapple, marshmallows, and shredded coconut to the bowl and gently fold to combine. Place the mixture in a 2-quart casserole dish or bowl to sit overnight, or up to 24 hours. 

4. Just before serving, top the salad with cherries, grapefruit, and coconut chips.

10 Servings:

12 points each

267 calories

17g fat

27g carbs

4g protein

Original Recipe: https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a41234062/ambrosia-salad-recipe/

YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/rWji1ewSxkU