Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (240ml) sour cream
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) full-fat mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) pure vanilla extract
  • 1 (20 ounce/567g) can crushed pineapple, undrained
  • 1 (11 ounce/312g) can mandarin oranges, drained well (approx. 1.5 cups)
  • 1 cup (150g) seedless green grapes, halved
  • 1 cup (150g) seedless red grapes, halved
  • 1 cup (120g) shredded coconut, sweetened or unsweetened
  • 2 cups (113g) mini marshmallows, plain white or coloured
  • 1/2 cup (75g) chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, gently stir together the sour cream, mayonnaise, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
  2. Add the undrained crushed pineapple to the creamy mixture. Stir gently to combine.
  3. Gently fold in the well-drained mandarin oranges.
  4. Add the halved green and red grapes to the bowl. Stir gently to distribute evenly.
  5. Gently fold in the shredded coconut.
  6. Incorporate the mini marshmallows and chopped nuts (if using). Stir gently to combine all ingredients, being careful not to overmix.
  7. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours, to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill thoroughly.
  8. Spoon the Cloud Nine Ambrosia into individual bowls and serve chilled. Garnish with extra marshmallows or a sprinkle of coconut, if desired.