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Red, White and Blue Ambrosia

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"This is a delicious, simple Ambrosia that will make a festive dessert that is perfect for Fourth of July parties!" — FROGGY2427

Directions

Combine the heavy cream and confectioners' sugar in a large bowl. Whip with an electric mixer until thick but not grainy. Mix in sour cream.
Use a rubber spatula to fold in the flaked coconut, pineapple, strawberries, blueberries and marshmallows until everything is evenly distributed. Cover and chill for at least 4 hours before serving. It tastes best if chilled overnight.

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PREP 20 mins
READY IN 4 hrs 20 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jul 04, 2008

Wow! This was so good I couldn't stop eating it! I followed the recipe exactly and it was delicious! Maybe next time, I'll use light cream instead of heavy cream to lower the fat content. I wouldn't change anything else! Update: I tried it with light cream and it just didn't have the same thick texture needed for this recipe. That's ok - it's definitely worth the calories!

—Andrea

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jul 04, 2008

This isn't the type of dessert I typically eat, but it tasted alright to me and I got lots of compliments at the picnic I took it to for how great it was. I didn't have much left over. It is pretty costly to make compared to other items, though.

—Stacy Rowenhorst

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Aug 20, 2007

I made this for a family reunion and everyone liked it. I didn't add the coconut because my family doesn't like it but I think it would be good because it lacked the sweetness from the coconut. I will make again but will add more pineapple for a sweeter flavor.

—J.Geary

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Aug 15, 2007

YUMMY!!!!!!!!! I made this for 4th of July and it was sooooo good. We didn't have any leftovers. I made it again about two weeks later because I liked it so much and it's a great desert for hot summer nights. The second time I added in some chopped walnuts and it added a great crunch and texture.

—BERRYFINES

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Jul 05, 2007

Oh, My.....This is heaven!! I made it exactly like the recipe and everyone loved it!! I may cut up some bananas next time, but it is excellent as is too. I will be making this often!

—Shelly L.

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Jul 16, 2008

This was delicious! But I did add more powdered sugar, you can adjust to how sweet you want it. You can get really creative with this recipe and add whatever fruit you want. I've already made it twice, the first time, exactly how recipe is except more powdered sugar, the second time with just strawberries and bananas and of course the marshmallows.Definately A keeper!!

—Patty

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Jul 08, 2007

This is very good but boy it makes a lot. Better have a crowd around for it. I served it at a July 4th barbeque for 17 people and we're still eating it.

—LYNN39SCAF

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Jul 23, 2009

This ambrosia wasn't quite sweet enough for my tastes. I added more marshmallows, and it really did the trick.

—mom23boysn1girl

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Nutrition

Calories
475 kcal
24%

Carbohydrates
36 g
12%

Cholesterol
85 mg
28%

Fat
36.5 g
56%

Fiber
4.2 g
17%

Protein
4.1 g
8%

Sodium
68 mg
3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Red, White and Blue Ambrosia

Serving Size: 1/10 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 10
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 475
Calories from Fat: 329

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 36.5g 56 %
Saturated Fat 25g 125 %
Cholesterol 85mg 28 %
Sodium 68mg 3 %
** Potassium 326mg 9 %
Total Carbohydrates 36g 12 %
** Dietary Fiber 4.2g 17 %
Protein 4.1g 8 %
Sugars 23.6g
Vitamin A 21 %
Vitamin C 51 %
Calcium 13 %
Iron 9 %
** Thiamin 6 %
** Niacin 11 %
** Vitamin B6 9 %
** Magnesium 13 %
** Folate 12 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.