Ambrosia

When it comes to fruit salads, I'm not sure it gets more Southern than a big bowl of old-fashioned ambrosia. It's such a treat and my favorite version only requires the use of 5 ingredients: fresh orange sections, canned crushed pineapple, sweetened shredded coconut, almond extract and honey. 

I used Minneola tangelo sections this time because we had a bowl full of them. They are so good!

Lots of popular ambrosia recipes include mini-marshmallows, sliced grapes, maraschino cherries, and creamy yogurt-based dressings. Every single time I make this dish I honestly consider adding one or more of these extra ingredients in for a change of pace.

I love my honey bear!

However, when it comes down to it, I just can't do it.

I really love it how it's always been: simple, delicious and exactly how I remember eating it lifetimes ago when I was a kid.

And, whatever you do or don't do when it comes to old-fashioned ambrosia, if you are able to enjoy these little extras, don't forget to garnish your serving with whipped cream and chopped nuts!  Those two toppings really take this dish from modest fruit salad to heavenly dessert!


Happy Mother's Day to all the wonderful, hard-working mother's out their who try there best to create memories and traditions with their kids in today's hectic world. I truly hope you had a fun-filled day with family and friends!

yield: 8 servingsAuthor: Marcelleprint recipe

Ambrosia

prep time: 20 MINScook time: 60 MIN total time: 1 hour and 20 mins

This old-fashioned fruit salad is sure to be a hit for any occasion big or small. When you can, make it the night before to save some time and let the flavors combine!

INGREDIENTS:

• 5 medium, ripe naval oranges (or other orange-like citrus such as Minneola tangelos or tangerines)
• 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple in juice, drained (I used Dole brand in 100% pineapple juice)
• 1/2 cup sweetened, shredded coconut
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (or sub pure vanilla extract for a nut-free version, dish color will change slightly)
• whipped topping or whipped cream (for topping)
• finely chopped nuts, optional (for topping)

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Add all ingredients together in a bowl. Mix well, cover and chill for at least on hour before serving.

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