Best 7 Ambrosia Squares Recipes
When it comes to classic American desserts, ambrosia squares stand out with their delightful combination of sweet fruit, creamy custard, and a buttery crust. Originating in the Southern United States, these delectable treats have captured the hearts of dessert lovers across the country. In this article, we will guide you through the journey of creating the perfect ambrosia squares, exploring the essential ingredients, step-by-step instructions, and the secrets to achieving that irresistible texture and flavor that will leave you craving for more.
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AMBROSIA
Ambrosia in Greek mythology is the food and drink of the gods and with this heavenly mix of marshmallows, coconut, pecans, maraschino cherries and citrus, it's easy to see why.
Provided by Alton Brown
Categories dessert,fruit,nuts,snack,Summer
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
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
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
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 SQUARES
Very nice dessert thats not too sweet nor too rich...so the serving size suggested can be increased!!! nice crust and the oranges give it a little bit of tanginess.
Provided by Scruffers
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 47m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Prepare graham crumb crust recipe, adding nuts to mixture.
- Press firmly into 13 x 9" pan.
- Chill.
- Beat cream cheese until soft.
- Gradually add 1/2 c of the milk, beat until smooth.
- In seperate bowl, prepare pudding mix as directed on pkg using the remaining 2 1/2 cups milk.
- Add prepared pudding to cream cheese mixture in three additions, beating on low speed.
- Fold in oranges.
- Layer bananas on crust.
- Spoon pudding mixture over bananas, spread prepared dessert topping evenly over pudding mixture.
- Sprinkle with toasted coconut.
- Chill 4 hours.
- Cut into squares.
- (for toasted coconut, I usually just put under broiler for a minute or 2 and stir a couple of times, others may choose to'bake' it first).
AMBROSIA SALAD
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
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 :
MAMA'S AMBROSIA
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
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
AMBROSIA FRUIT SALAD
EASY EASY EASY. If you like maraschino cherries you can use them, if not remember there are maraschino cherries in your fruit cocktail. Also, a little juice from the maraschino cherries will color your fruit salad a festive red.
Provided by Kimberley Teal
Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Dessert Salad Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the whipped topping, coconut, chopped nuts, fruit cocktail, pineapple, mandarin oranges, marshmallows, cherries, nutmeg and cinnamon. Mix together well and refrigerate for 30 to 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.1 calories, Carbohydrate 41.3 g, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 62.3 mg, Sugar 23.7 g
AWESOME AMBROSIA FOR A CROWD
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
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
Tips:
- Choose the right pan: Use a 9x13 inch baking pan for even baking. A metal pan will conduct heat better than a glass or ceramic pan.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing will make the cake tough. Stir just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This is the best way to tell if the cake is done.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
- Use a variety of toppings: Ambrosia squares are delicious with a variety of toppings, such as whipped cream, fresh fruit, or chocolate chips.
Conclusion:
Ambrosia squares are a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With their sweet and tangy flavor, ambrosia squares are sure to be a hit with everyone.
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