Best 3 Moms Best Marshmallow Coconut Fruit Salad Recipes

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If you're looking for a delightful and refreshing dessert that will make you feel nostalgic, look no further than "Mom's Best Marshmallow Coconut Fruit Salad." This classic dessert combines the perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors, with juicy fruits, fluffy marshmallows, shredded coconut, and a creamy dressing. Whether you're serving it at a potluck, a family gathering, or just enjoying it as a sweet treat, this recipe is sure to be a hit.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

MOM'S BEST MARSHMALLOW & COCONUT FRUIT SALAD RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Mom's Best Marshmallow & Coconut Fruit Salad Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by carvalhohm2

Number Of Ingredients 6

20 ounces pineapple chunks, drained (or 2 Cups Fresh)
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
10 ounces Maraschino cherries, drained & halved
16 ounces sour cream
2 cups sweetened coconut, shredded
10 ounces mini marshmallows

Steps:

  • Combine fruit in large bowl, fold in sour cream & coconut. Stir well. Refrigerate for 2-3 hours before serving.

MARSHMALLOW FRUIT SALAD



Marshmallow Fruit Salad image

Christine Mills relies on convenient cans of pineapple chunks, fruit cocktail and mandarin oranges to speed up this marshmallow fluff. The Buffalo, New York subscriber dresses up the salad a bit by stirring in the rich sour cream and chopped pecans for a pleasant crunch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained
1 can (15 ounces) fruit cocktail, drained
1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup sour cream
2-1/2 cups whipped topping
3 cups miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • In a large serving bowl, combine the fruit, pecans and sour cream. Fold in whipped topping and marshmallows. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 21mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

5 CUP SALAD



5 Cup Salad image

My Gami always made this for Thanksgiving. It's a sweet fruit and coconut salad that's simple to make.

Provided by sugarmama

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes     Orange Salad Recipes

Time 5h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup mini marshmallows
1 cup shredded coconut
1 cup drained mandarin oranges
1 cup drained pineapple chunks
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Mix marshmallows, coconut, oranges, pineapple, and sour cream together in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate until flavors blend, 5 to 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157.1 calories, Carbohydrate 19.2 g, Cholesterol 12.6 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 51.3 mg, Sugar 14.5 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh fruit. Fresh fruit is always best for fruit salad, as it has the best flavor and texture. If you can't find fresh fruit, you can use frozen or canned fruit, but fresh is always preferable.
  • Choose a variety of fruits. A variety of fruits will give your fruit salad a more interesting flavor and texture. Some good choices include grapes, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, pineapple, mango, and kiwi.
  • Cut the fruit into bite-sized pieces. This will make it easier to eat the fruit salad and will also help to prevent the fruit from getting bruised.
  • Add some sweetness. If your fruit is not very sweet, you can add some sugar or honey to taste. You can also add a flavored syrup, such as pineapple syrup or grenadine.
  • Add some creaminess. If you like, you can add some cream or yogurt to your fruit salad. This will make the fruit salad more creamy and rich.
  • Chill the fruit salad before serving. This will help to keep the fruit salad fresh and refreshing.

Conclusion:

Fruit salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make a fruit salad that is both beautiful and delicious. So next time you are looking for a healthy and refreshing snack or side dish, give fruit salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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