Best 5 Ambrosia For A Crowd Recipes

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Ambrosia, a classic dish often served at holiday gatherings and potlucks, is a delectable combination of sweet, juicy fruits, creamy coconut, and marshmallows. Its origins can be traced back to ancient Greece, where it was believed to be the food of the gods. Today, there are numerous variations of this versatile dish, each with its own unique blend of flavors and textures.

In this article, we present a collection of ambrosia recipes that cater to different tastes and preferences. From the traditional ambrosia salad, featuring a medley of fresh fruits and marshmallows, to a tropical twist with the addition of pineapple and mango, there's an ambrosia recipe here for every occasion. We also include a delightful ambrosia fluff, a creamy and light dessert made with whipped cream and marshmallows, and an ambrosia cake, a moist and flavorful cake topped with a luscious ambrosia filling. These recipes are easy to follow and can be customized to your liking, making them perfect for any celebration or gathering.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

OUR BEST AMBROSIA RECIPE EVER



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Provided by Emily Nabors Hall

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons honey, plus more for drizzling
2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
4 assorted medium oranges (such as navel, Cara Cara, and blood oranges)
1 fresh medium pineapple, peeled and cored
½ cup toasted, sweetened coconut chips (such as Dang)

Steps:

  • Whisk together Greek yogurt, honey, 1 tablespoon water, vanilla bean paste, and salt in a medium bowl until smooth. (Store yogurt mixture, covered, in the refrigerator up to 2 days.)
  • Cut peel and pith from oranges; cut oranges into ¼-inch-thick rounds. Cut pineapple lengthwise into ¼-inch-thick planks; cut planks into 2-inch pieces. (Store orange rounds and pineapple pieces in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 1 day.)
  • To assemble, spread yogurt mixture in a thick layer on a large platter. Arrange fruit over yogurt; drizzle with additional honey. Sprinkle with toasted coconut chips (breaking apart any larger chips), and serve.

AMBROSIA SALAD (THE BEST FRUIT SALAD)



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Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 (20 oz) cans crushed pineapple (drained)
4 (15 oz) cans mandarin oranges (drained)
1 (8 oz) container of Cool Whip
1 (8 oz) container of sour cream
1 (10.5 oz) package miniature marshmallows
3/4 cup shredded coconut (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Mix pineapple, mandarin oranges, Cool Whip, sour cream, marshmallows, and shredded coconut together in a bowl.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until flavors blend. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Tastes even better when chilled overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 cal

AWESOME AMBROSIA FOR A CROWD



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This is a quick rich and yummy ambrosia. Made it just the other day for an anniversary at work and everyone loved it. Rich and creamy its a great dessert in the summertime. This recipe feeds anywhere for 12 to 20 depending on how hungry you are :) Cooking time is overnight in the fridge

Provided by Carb Lover

Categories     Dessert

Time P1DT20m

Yield 12-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (20 ounce) cans crushed pineapple
2 (15 ounce) cans mandarin orange segments
1 cup maraschino cherry, -cut in halves can add more if you like
1 (12 ounce) container Cool Whip, thawed
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
1 (3 1/2 ounce) box instant vanilla pudding
1 (8 ounce) bag coconut (I use Bakers)
2 1/2 cups mini marshmallows

Steps:

  • Strain your pineapple and orange segments to get rid of extra juice. (I sometimes press on top of friut lightly to help this). You want your fruit as drained as possible, runny ambrosia is yucky :) add the cherries.
  • Then sprinkle about 2/3 of the vanilla pudding over your fuit, this adds flavor and also will help firm up the ambrosia.
  • Next fold in the cool whip and the sour cream. Add the coconut, you can use more or less depending on how much you like coconut.
  • Mix all together.
  • Now I refrigerate overnight and then about 4 or 5 hours before you are ready to serve (in the morning is good)I add the marshmallows. This keeps them from getting too mushy. You can of course add them at the same time as the coconut. It's just a matter of preference.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.4, Fat 23.9, SaturatedFat 19.7, Cholesterol 8.8, Sodium 154.3, Carbohydrate 52.4, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 42.8, Protein 3.5

AMBROSIA



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Try Alton Brown's take on the Southern classic ambrosia, a holiday fruit salad with clementines, pineapples, maraschino cherries and even marshmallows.

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     dessert

Time 2h30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon sugar
4 ounces sour cream
6 ounces homemade mini marshmallows, approximately 3 cups
1 cup clementine orange segments, approximately 6 clementines
1 cup chopped fresh pineapple
1 cup freshly grated coconut
1 cup toasted, chopped pecans
1/2 cup drained maraschino cherries

Steps:

  • Place the cream and sugar into the bowl of a stand mixer with the whisk attachment and whip until stiff peaks are formed. Add the sour cream and whisk to combine. Add the marshmallows, orange, pineapple, coconut, pecans and cherries and stir to combine. Transfer to a glass serving bowl, cover and place in the refrigerator for 2 hours before serving.

AWESOME AMBROSIA FOR A CROWD



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This is a quick rich and yummy ambrosia made my way after looking at MANY different recipes. I hope you enjoy it. Rich and creamy its a great dessert in the summertime (or any other time). This recipe feeds anywhere for 12 to 20 depending on how hungry you are :) Cooking time is overnight in the fridge

Provided by Mary Yamasaki

Categories     Puddings

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 can(s) 20 oz each crushed pineapple
2 can(s) 15 oz each mandarin oranges
1 c maraschino cherries - cut in halves can add more if you like
12 oz cool whip - thawed (1 container)
8 oz sour cream (1 container)
1 box instant vanilla pudding (3 1/2 ounces)
8 oz sweet coconut flakes ( 1 bag - i use bakers)
2 1/2 c marshmallows, mini

Steps:

  • 1. Strain your pineapple and orange segments to get rid of extra juice. (I sometimes press on top of friut lightly to help this). You want your fruit as drained as possible, runny ambrosia is yucky :) add the cherries.
  • 2. Strain your pineapple and orange segments to get rid of extra juice. (I sometimes press on top of friut lightly to help this). You want your fruit as drained as possible, runny ambrosia is yucky :) add the cherries.
  • 3. Next fold in the cool whip and the sour cream. Then sprinkle the vanilla pudding and and give it another mix. Add the coconut, you can use more or less depending on how much you like coconut. Then mix it all together.
  • 4. Now I refrigerate overnight and then about 4 or 5 hours before you are ready to serve (in the morning is good)I add the marshmallows. This keeps them from getting too mushy. You can of course add them at the same time as the coconut. It's just a matter of preference Soon into cocktail glasses for a lovely presentation.

Tips:

  • For a refreshing twist, try using sparkling water instead of regular water. You can also add a splash of lemon-lime soda for an extra fizzy kick.
  • If you're using fresh fruit, be sure to wash and cut it just before serving to prevent browning.
  • If you're short on time, you can use canned fruit instead of fresh. Just be sure to drain the fruit before adding it to the salad.
  • Feel free to get creative with your ingredients. You can add nuts, seeds, or even shredded coconut to your ambrosia salad.
  • Serve ambrosia salad chilled for the best flavor.

Conclusion:

Ambrosia salad is a classic dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make, refreshing, and delicious. With so many different variations, there's sure to be an ambrosia salad recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a simple and refreshing side dish, give ambrosia salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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