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Amazing 24 Hr Fruit Salad Recipe

This legendary fruit salad, a family favorite for generations, is unlike anything you've ever tasted! My grandmother's secret recipe, perfected over decades of potlucks, picnics, and holidays, delivers a surprisingly delicious combination of sweet, creamy, and crunchy flavors that will wow your family and friends. The unique blend of marshmallows, sour cream, and tropical fruits creates a magical overnight transformation. Easy to customize with your favorite fruits, this recipe is guaranteed to become a new family classic. Try it once, and you'll be hooked!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 1440 mins
Calories 704.3 kcal
Protein 18g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Amazing 24 Hr Fruit Salad

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Ingredients for Amazing 24 Hr Fruit Salad

  • Mini Marshmallows
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • Shredded Coconut
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • Mandarin Oranges
  • Pineapple Tidbits
  • Red Grapes
  • Red Apple

How to Make Amazing 24 Hr Fruit Salad

  1. In a medium/large bowl (approximately 3-quart capacity), combine 1 cup mini marshmallows, 1 cup sour cream, ½ cup shredded sweetened coconut, and ½ cup chopped walnuts.
  2. Stir until well combined.
  3. Gently fold in 1 cup mandarin orange segments, 1 cup cubed pineapple, and 1 cup seedless green grapes.
  4. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours (or overnight).
  6. Just before serving, gently fold in 1 medium apple, peeled, cored, and diced.
  7. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

285g

Fat

81g

Carbs

33g

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