Best 8 Ambrosia Mold Recipes

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Ambrosia mold, also known as Rhizopus oligosporus, is a type of fungus that is commonly found in soil, plants, and decaying organic matter. While it may not be the most appealing ingredient, ambrosia mold has a long history of culinary use in various cultures around the world. From traditional Chinese medicine to modern fermentation techniques, ambrosia mold has been employed to create unique and flavorful dishes. In this article, we will explore the fascinating world of ambrosia mold and provide you with a comprehensive guide to cooking with this intriguing ingredient. We will delve into the history, health benefits, and various culinary applications of ambrosia mold, offering insights and recipes to help you incorporate this unique ingredient into your culinary repertoire.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

AMBROSIA MOLD



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Take just one bite of this creamy, party-perfect Ambrosia Mold and you'll know it's called ambrosia. In only 15 minutes, you'll have this fruity Ambrosia Mold prepped and ready to chill.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 4h40m

Yield 10 servings, about 2/3 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (8 oz.) crushed pineapple in juice, undrained
2 cups boiling water
1 pkg. (6 oz.) JELL-O Orange Flavor Gelatin
cold water
1-1/2 cups thawed COOL WHIP Whipped Topping
1 can (11 oz.) mandarin oranges, drained
1-1/2 cups JET-PUFFED Miniature Marshmallows
1/2 cup BAKER'S ANGEL FLAKE Coconut

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Add boiling water to gelatin mix in large bowl; stir 2 min. until completely dissolved. Add enough cold water to reserved juice to measure 1 cup. Stir into gelatin. Refrigerate 1-1/4 hours or until slightly thickened.
  • Add COOL WHIP; whisk until blended. Refrigerate 10 min. or until mixture is thick enough to mound. Stir in pineapple, oranges, marshmallows and coconut. Spoon into 6-cup mold sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Refrigerate 3 hours or until firm. Unmold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 90 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g

AMBROSIA MOLD



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Make and share this Ambrosia Mold recipe from Food.com.

Provided by R.Rowand

Categories     Gelatin

Time 5h

Yield 1 6 cup mold, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice
2 cups boiling water
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 1/4 cups Cool Whip (thawed)
2 (3 ounce) packages orange gelatin
1 1/2 cups miniature marshmallows
1/2 cup coconut (optional)

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple; reserve juice. Add cold water to juice to make 1 cup.
  • Stir boiling water and jello in large bowl until dissolved. Add the (cold) pineapple juice mixture and refrigerate 1 1/2 hours or until slightly thickened.
  • Stir in Cool Whip with wire whisk until smooth. Refrigerate 10 minutes or until mixture will mound and then add pineapple, oranges, marshmallows, and coconut. Spoon in to 6 cup mold.
  • Refrigerate 3 hours or until firm.
  • Unmold and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148.6, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 2.1, Sodium 89.3, Carbohydrate 31.4, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 27.7, Protein 1.9

AMBROSIA GELATIN MOLD



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I'm posting this here on Zaar for safekeeping. I'm going try this yummy-sounding salad soon. The woman, (Debbie Sinor), who's mom invented this recipe came in runner-up in a recipe contest. She serves it on New Year's Day, and says she always holds true to her mother's tradition, leaving one maraschino cherry whole. Whoever gets the whole cherry will have good luck in the new year!

Provided by Chef PotPie

Categories     Tropical Fruits

Time 5h20m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 (3 ounce) boxes pineapple gelatin mix
2 cups boiling water
2 (13 1/2 ounce) cans coconut milk
1 1/2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 (15 ounce) can mandarin orange segments, drained and halved
1 (10 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, drained and halved (reserve one whole cherry, if desired)

Steps:

  • Dissolve gelatin in boiling water in large bowl. Stir in 1/2 cup cold water and coconut milk. Refrigerate, uncovered, until slightly set (mixture should have consistency of egg whites), about 1 hour.
  • Lightly coat 12-cup mold or nonstick Bundt pan with cooking spray. Whisk slightly set gelatin until well blended, then fold in marshmallows, oranges, and cherries. Pour gelatin mixture into mold and refrigerate, uncovered, until set, about 4 hours. (Can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.) When ready to serve, invert onto large plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470.5, Fat 18, SaturatedFat 15.7, Sodium 259.3, Carbohydrate 76.5, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 67.5, Protein 6.7

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.

AMBROSIA SALAD WITH JELL-O®



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Very easy to make Jell-O® mold. I have made it with different flavors (colors) and it is always a crowd pleaser!

Provided by DASJAZMAN

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes     Jell-O® Salad

Time 8h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (12 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 (6 ounce) package strawberry-flavored gelatin (such as Jell-O®)
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 (10 ounce) package miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • Place whipped topping in a large bowl and stir until thawed and smooth. Add gelatin and mix well. Add pineapple with juice, walnuts, and marshmallows. Mix together and transfer into a mold of your choice. Refrigerate for 8 hours to overnight before unmolding.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.3 calories, Carbohydrate 63.4 g, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 141.4 mg, Sugar 52.6 g

AMBROSIA SALAD



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During last-minute menu planning, I often include this classic ambrosia salad recipe because I keep the ingredients on hand. -Judi Bringegar, Liberty, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 can (8 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained
1 cup miniature marshmallows
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the oranges, pineapple, marshmallows and coconut. Add sour cream and toss to mix. Cover and refrigerate for several hours.

Nutrition Facts :

CRANBROSIA GELATIN MOLD



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Guests "ooh" and "aah" when I bring out this fancy fruit-filled ring. Garnished with mint, sugared cranberries and mandarin oranges, it's one brunch show stopper that's pretty enough to serve as a dessert! -Gladys McCollum Abee, McKee, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, coarsely ground
1 cup sugar
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges
1 can (8 ounces) sliced pineapple
2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
1 cup sour cream
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine cranberries and sugar. Let stand for 30 minutes or until sugar is dissolved, stirring occasionally. Drain juice from oranges and pineapple, reserving 3/4 cup juice. Cup pineapple into small pieces. Set fruit aside., In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over reserved juice; let stand for 1 minute. Cook and stir over low heat until gelatin is dissolved, about 2 minutes. Add to cranberry mixture; stir in the oranges and pineapple. Fold in sour cream., In a small bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners' sugar; beat until soft peaks form. Fold into fruit mixture. Pour into a 6-cup ring mold or 12 individual molds lightly coated with cooking spray. Refrigerate until set. Unmold before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 23mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

MAMA'S AMBROSIA



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This is a quick and easy fruit salad that you and your guests will love.

Provided by SHANDEL LEWIS

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (11 ounce) cans mandarin orange segments, drained
2 (15.25 ounce) cans fruit cocktail, drained
1 cup chopped walnuts
2 cups miniature marshmallows
2 cups flaked coconut
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together the oranges, fruit cocktail, walnuts, marshmallows, and coconut. Fold in the sour cream. Chill for at least an hour, and stir again before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.4 calories, Carbohydrate 34.5 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 73.5 mg, Sugar 26.2 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe fruit. This will help the ambrosia salad taste its best.
  • Don't overmix the salad. Gently stir the ingredients together to avoid breaking up the fruit.
  • Chill the salad before serving. This will help the flavors meld together and make the salad more refreshing.
  • Serve the salad in individual bowls or glasses. This will make it easier for guests to enjoy.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh mint or whipped cream. This will add a touch of elegance and flavor.

Conclusion:

Ambrosia salad is a classic American dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make, delicious, and refreshing. With a few simple tips, you can make the best ambrosia salad ever. So next time you are looking for a light and refreshing dessert, give ambrosia salad a try.

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