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Coconut Ambrosia Salad Dairy & Gluten Free

December 12, 2013 By Colleen 56 Comments

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If you know what Ambrosia Salad is, it may bring up memories of church potlucks and family get-togethers. Usually people feel very strongly about Ambrosia Salad — they love it, or they hate it.

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Coconut Ambrosia Salad

Coconut Ambrosia Salad

A melange of coconut, fruit pieces, and, occasionally, Jell-O, everyone has their own special recipe. One thing is generally true, though — it includes marshmallows. And the recipe I’ve come up with is no different. Most brands of marshmallows are dairy-free and gluten-free, but make sure to read the ingredients to make sure. I know Kraft brand marshmallows are dairy and gluten free, so that’s what are used in this recipe.


Jet Puffed Mini Marshmallow

Most recipes for Ambrosia Salad use whipped cream. In this case, the main, creamy ingredient here is somewhat surprising — it’s a mixture of canned coconut cream and powdered sugar. When you open the can of coconut cream, there will be a thick white layer on top, and a thin clear liquid at the bottom. For this recipe, spoon off the thick white layer and use that. Set the clear liquid aside to use later, in a different recipe.

Here are just a few Benefits of Coconut:

Skin care: Coconut oil is an excellent moisturizer on all types of skin.

Hair care: Coconut oil helps in reducing protein loss from your hair giving your hair healthy growth and shine.  IF you regularly massage your head with coconut oil, you can help your scalp be dandruff free.

Heart diseases:   There is a misconception that coconut oil is not good for heart health. This is because it contains a large quantity of saturated fats. In reality, it is beneficial for the heart. It contains about 50% lauric acid, which helps in actively preventing various heart problems like high cholesterol levels and high blood pressure. Coconut oil does not lead to increase in LDL levels, and it reduces the incidence of injury and damage to arteries and therefore helps in preventing atherosclerosis.

Weight loss: Coconut oil contains short and medium-chain fatty acids that help in taking off excessive weight. Research suggests that coconut oil helps to reduce abdominal obesity in women.

Immunity:  Coconut Oil strengthens the immune system because it contains antimicrobial lipids, lauric acid, capric acid and caprylic acid, which have antifungal, antibacterial and antiviral properties. The human body converts lauric acid into monolaurin which research has supported as an effective way to deal with viruses and bacteria that cause diseases like herpes and influenza. Coconut oil also helps in fighting harmful bacteria.

Digestion: Coconut oil helps to improve the digestive system.  The saturated fats present in coconut oil have antimicrobial properties and help in dealing with various bacteria, fungi, and parasites that can cause indigestion.

Coconut Ambrosia Salad Recipe:

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Coconut Ambrosia Salad

A coconut version of a family favorite
Prep Time15 mins
Total Time15 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 cups
Calories: 413kcal
Author: My Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Life

Ingredients

  • Coconut Ambrosia Salad Ingredients:
  • 1 cup coconut cream I got mine at Trader Joe's
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 cup mini-marshmallows
  • 1 cup fruit any kind, finely diced. A combination of pineapple and peaches or oranges works well. If you're really pressed for time, drained canned fruit would work too.

Instructions

  • Putting it all Together:
  • Cream the coconut cream (just the thick white part) and the powdered sugar in a stand mixer. Beat on medium-high for 3 minutes, until thick.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients into the bowl. Fold everything together gently until it is completely combined. Refrigerate and serve cold.

Notes

Nutritional values are based on one cup

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  • Mini Marshmallows
  • Powder Sugar
  • Sweetened Shredded Coconut
  • Coconut Cream

 

Colleen

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Comments

  1. Beth says

    November 23, 2017 at 1:41 pm

    Jett puffed mini marshmallows are not vegan they have gelatin

    Reply
    • Colleen says

      November 23, 2017 at 9:09 pm

      Beth you are absolutely right. I thought I had taken Vegan off…but it is off now.

      Reply
  2. Toni says

    May 26, 2017 at 2:07 pm

    I needed a dairy free recipe to take to my future mother in law s this weekend and i love ambrosia so going to try it and can’t wait I think it will empress everyone thanks so much

    Reply
  3. Stephanie says

    January 1, 2017 at 10:57 am

    My grandma loves other version of these salads. I’ll have to make this for her.

    Reply
  4. Michelle Pruitt says

    December 26, 2016 at 4:12 am

    Those marshmallows are not vegan – what typically makes marshmallows not vegan. I would suggest Dandies marshmallows which are gelatin free.

    Reply
    • Colleen says

      December 28, 2016 at 4:49 pm

      Thank you so much for your suggestion! I will have to search for Dandies…not heard of them.

      Reply
  5. dhruv says

    December 6, 2016 at 4:49 am

    LOOKS DELICIOUS AND MOUTH WATERING!!!!

    Reply
  6. starlabates says

    December 4, 2016 at 6:36 pm

    This will go great at the holiday party that I am hosting this year. I have a lot of vegan friends so this is great. Looks so delicious!

    Reply
    • Colleen says

      December 11, 2016 at 5:52 pm

      Nice of you to make things for your Vegan friends!!

      Reply
  7. deborahdumm says

    September 21, 2016 at 9:07 pm

    My friends son will enjoy this. He is not allowed to have any gluten. This recipe will be perfect.

    Reply
    • Colleen says

      September 26, 2016 at 9:23 am

      Thanks again deborah for sharing!

      Reply
  8. denise low says

    September 8, 2016 at 4:36 pm

    This looks delicious. I don’t think I have ever made this one yet.

    Reply
  9. J. Husin says

    September 2, 2016 at 10:32 pm

    This looks so good. Will tell the wife. Thanks and have a great day!

    Reply
  10. Christina A. says

    August 19, 2016 at 12:57 pm

    I love ambrosia and want to make this one–going on my Pinterest boards! 😉

    Reply
    • colleenhf says

      August 20, 2016 at 11:14 am

      Thanks for pinning it Christina!

      Reply
  11. kymom13 says

    August 9, 2016 at 4:04 pm

    I love ambrosia and this recipes looks so good! It’s also easy to make which makes it sound even better.

    Reply
  12. rachdean1 says

    June 19, 2016 at 3:40 pm

    Even though I’m not a fan of cononut, I love this salad!

    Reply
  13. judethomas21 says

    June 11, 2016 at 2:06 am

    It sounds so delicious! Thanks for the recipe 🙂

    Reply
  14. seem says

    June 8, 2016 at 2:32 pm

    This is something that i’ve got to try

    Reply
    • Sara Schwab says

      June 18, 2016 at 5:19 am

      This dessert looks yummy

      Reply
  15. Elicia P says

    June 7, 2016 at 12:38 pm

    I am glad I saw this. I dislike ambrosia salad mainly because of the sour cream factor in the ingredients. However, adding the coconut cream. This may have to be a “try” recipe thank you. Glad it popped across the main page today.

    Reply
  16. Heather S says

    June 1, 2016 at 10:19 am

    This is one of my all time favorite salads!

    Reply
  17. sisylyn53 says

    May 31, 2016 at 12:44 am

    Plan to try this recipe. I always thought it was made with whipped cream and cream cheese.

    Reply
  18. Linda Manns Linneman says

    March 24, 2016 at 7:04 am

    I love ambrosia. This sounds like a great recipe. Gluten free is a plus. Thank you so much for sharing

    Reply
  19. Jessica Cyr says

    March 23, 2016 at 5:14 pm

    This looks and sounds delicious , i am going to have to try it out.

    Reply
  20. clojo9372 says

    March 21, 2016 at 11:59 am

    What an interesting flavor blend! I don’t eat much coconut but I do like it in desserts, which this kind of is. I look forward to giving it a try. 🙂

    Reply
  21. Judy Metcalf says

    March 20, 2016 at 6:24 pm

    This salad looks really good. Would of never thought to make it this way

    Reply
  22. Nikolina says

    March 16, 2016 at 11:37 pm

    This looks sooo delicious! I must give this recipe a try, and soon! 🙂

    Reply
  23. slehan says

    February 21, 2016 at 9:27 pm

    Yes, it was a staple at pot lucks. Never ate it. Hate coconut.

    slehan at juno dot com

    Reply
  24. debern says

    February 14, 2016 at 8:46 am

    My grandmother made this and it would be a great dessert for Valentine’s Day. Just add some cherries or strawberries and drizzle with red cherry or strawberry sauce. I sometimes satisfy a sweet craving with Kraft marshmallows since they’re gluten free! Nice portion control too.

    Reply
  25. Rosie says

    January 24, 2016 at 9:07 am

    This looks scrumptious! I’d love to try it! I haven’t had this in years, and the coconut cream sounds tasty.

    Reply
  26. lisa says

    January 13, 2016 at 2:58 pm

    So that’s what it’s called. I do remember seeing this at picnics and the grocery store. I’ll have to try it.

    Reply
  27. Donna B says

    January 10, 2016 at 7:50 am

    Sounds like an awesome Ambrosia recipe. My husband and I both love Ambrosia!

    Reply
  28. Sally Wilsey says

    January 8, 2016 at 3:57 pm

    I love Ambrosia salad and this is a great new and healthy way to continue to have it.

    Reply
  29. Amber Ludwig says

    January 1, 2016 at 5:42 pm

    Yummo!! this is one of my all time favorites at a BBQ!! Can;t wait to try your recipe!!

    Reply
  30. Angela Saver says

    December 27, 2015 at 3:43 pm

    This sounds so yummy! I have pinned it, & can’t wait to make this for my family!

    Reply
  31. cottagebunny says

    December 13, 2015 at 9:23 am

    This sounds like a lovely light and delicious salad to make and enjoy.I love the coconut paired with the oranges.

    Reply
  32. denise low says

    December 9, 2015 at 5:22 pm

    This looks very delicious. Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
  33. Jennifer Boehme says

    December 7, 2015 at 3:29 pm

    I have to try this recipe. This would be a new taste to me. Looks good.

    Reply
  34. Mai Tran says

    December 3, 2015 at 1:28 am

    What a creative recipe! I’d love to make this salad for the weekend! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  35. Sally Ann Tews says

    November 23, 2015 at 7:52 am

    How easy~I never knew that this was called ambrosia salad.
    This will be on mt Thanksgiving table.Thank You

    Reply
  36. Hannah C says

    November 18, 2015 at 5:22 pm

    This looks very delicious!

    Reply
  37. Rosie says

    November 10, 2015 at 11:49 am

    I love ambrosia salad, and never thought to make it for the holidays – but yes!!! And I’d like to try this recipe with coconut cream, that sounds delish!

    Reply
  38. michelleelizondo says

    April 23, 2015 at 8:46 pm

    Im hungry!

    Reply
  39. sandym204 says

    April 19, 2015 at 2:08 pm

    I love Ambrosia salad. We usually just make it at Christmas but I am going to try your recipe next week. Thanks!

    Reply
  40. Pat Chieffo says

    March 12, 2015 at 12:20 pm

    Sorry, I missed completing the details below!
    Pat C.

    Reply
  41. Dianna Davis says

    March 2, 2015 at 7:36 pm

    Oh yummmmmm— This sounds so good. I never have had the chance to use coconut creme before, and this certainly would be a great start,New ideas to an old favorite, we do sort of a tropical flavored one, so I think it would turn out perfect,don’t you?

    Reply
  42. Shannon says

    May 25, 2014 at 4:11 am

    This sounds so great. Thank you for sharing your recipe.

    Reply
  43. Christina Kelbel says

    May 23, 2014 at 8:16 pm

    I love ambrosia salad. My mom used to make something almost exactly like this with the coconut.

    Reply
  44. Jenny says

    December 22, 2013 at 12:47 pm

    I’ve gotta make this one. So excited for this. Would be including this for Christmas eve. 🙂

    Reply
  45. Kate K says

    December 17, 2013 at 3:25 am

    My family’s recipe does not include mandarin oranges or marshmellows, but it’s got a lot of Cool Whip. However, I’ve rather lost my taste for it and the coconut cream whip sounds like a really good substitution!

    Reply
  46. nenasinclair says

    December 15, 2013 at 6:00 am

    I haven’t had Ambrosia Salad for ages! I’ve gotta make this! Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
  47. md kennedy says

    December 13, 2013 at 12:45 pm

    I haven’t thought about this classic in forever! It would be a hoot to have ont he table for Christmas!

    Reply
  48. Jasmine P says

    December 12, 2013 at 10:52 pm

    This looks so yummy!

    Reply

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