Ambrosia Dessert Bowl Recipe

Name: Ambrosia Dessert Bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 20 large marshmallows; 2 c. heavy cream, divided; 2 Tbsp. sugar; 2 tsp. vanilla extract; 1/2 tsp. almond extract; 1 (20 oz.) can crushed pineapple, well drained; 1 c. flaked coconut; 1 (10 3/4 oz.) loaf frozen pound cake, thawed and cubed (about 4 c.); 5 to 6 large navel oranges, peeled and sectioned; 1/4 c. slivered almonds, toasted

Servings: persons

20 large marshmallows
2 c. heavy cream, divided
2 Tbsp. sugar
2 tsp. vanilla extract
1/2 tsp. almond extract
1 (20 oz.) can crushed pineapple, well drained
1 c. flaked coconut
1 (10 3/4 oz.) loaf frozen pound cake, thawed and cubed (about 4 c.)
5 to 6 large navel oranges, peeled and sectioned
1/4 c. slivered almonds, toasted

1
Place marshmallows and 1/4 cup cream in the top of a double boiler; heat over boiling water until the marshmallows are melted and mixture is smooth.
2
Cool completely.
3
Meanwhile, whip the remaining cream until thick.
4
Add sugar.
5
Fold into marshmallow mixture.
6
Fold in extracts, pineapple and coconut.
7
Place half of the pound cake cubes in the bottom of a 2 1/2 to 3-quart clear glass bowl.
8
Top with half of the orange sections.
9
Top with half of the cream mixture.
10
Repeat layers.
11
Sprinkle with almonds. Chill until serving time.
12
10 to 12 servings.

612

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 20 large marshmallows, 2 c. heavy cream, divided, 2 Tbsp. sugar, 2 tsp. vanilla extract, and more.

Yes, Ambrosia Dessert Bowl falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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