Pistachio Ambrosia 2

Dive into a blissful bowl of Pistachio Ambrosia 2—a creamy, no-bake dessert salad that’s as vibrant as it is delicious! Perfect for potlucks, holidays, or any time you crave a sweet treat, this quick recipe combines an instant pistachio pudding mix with crushed pineapple, fluffy Cool Whip, and a medley of flavorful add-ins like mini marshmallows, sweetened flaked coconut, and mandarin orange slices. Chopped pistachios add crunch, while optional maraschino cherries bring a festive pop of color to every bite. Ready in just 10 minutes with a chilled, velvety finish, this pistachio dessert is a refreshing blend of creamy, fruity, and nutty goodness. Serve it straight from the fridge and watch it delight everyone at your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3.4 oz Instant pistachio pudding mix
• 20 oz Crushed pineapple (canned, with juice)
• 8 oz Cool Whip (thawed)
• 2 cups Mini marshmallows
• 1 cup Sweetened flaked coconut
• 0.5 cup Chopped pistachios
• 0.5 cup Maraschino cherries (drained, optional, for garnish)
• 11 oz Mandarin orange slices (canned, drained)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the canned crushed pineapple (with its juice) and the instant pistachio pudding mix. Stir until the mixture is well-blended and thickened.

Step 2

Gently fold in the thawed Cool Whip using a spatula until smooth and fluffy.

Step 3

Add the mini marshmallows, sweetened flaked coconut, chopped pistachios, and drained mandarin orange slices. Stir gently to evenly distribute the ingredients without breaking the fruit.

Step 4

If desired, add the maraschino cherries for an extra pop of color and flavor.

Step 5

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the mixture to set.

Step 6

Before serving, garnish with additional coconut, chopped pistachios, or a few maraschino cherries for presentation, if desired.

Step 7

Serve chilled and enjoy this creamy and fruity Pistachio Ambrosia 2!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1614.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2552.5

Total Fat 86.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1357.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 446.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.1g	0%
Total Sugars 335.6g
Protein 21.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 203.1mg	0%
Iron 5.4mg	0%
Potassium 1667.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.3%

Protein: 3.2%

Carbs: 67.5%