Ambrosia Extreme Makeover Recipe

Name: Ambrosia Extreme Makeover
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 1/2 cup creme fraiche; 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped; 2 medium bananas, sliced; 1 cup cantaloupe, diced; 2 cups chopped fresh pineapple; 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced; 1 cup red seedless grapes, halved; 3 kiwi fruits, peeled and sliced; 2 cups plain Greek yogurt; 1/4 cup honey, or to taste; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 (15 ounce) can mandarin orange segments, drained; 1 cup shredded coconut; 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional); 2 tablespoons toasted coconut flakes (for garnish); 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for garnish, optional)

This recipe, originally featured on Michael Chiarello's Easy Entertaining, gets a vibrant, healthy makeover by Chef Pilar Sanchez! She takes a classic, often-unhealthy dish and transforms it into a light, refreshing, and delicious Ambrosia. Perfect for parties or a healthy weeknight dessert, this recipe is bursting with flavor and is surprisingly simple to make.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Calories 164.3 kcal

Protein 3g

Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Ambrosia Extreme Makeover

1/2 cup creme fraiche
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
2 medium bananas, sliced
1 cup cantaloupe, diced
2 cups chopped fresh pineapple
1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
1 cup red seedless grapes, halved
3 kiwi fruits, peeled and sliced
2 cups plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup honey, or to taste
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (15 ounce) can mandarin orange segments, drained
1 cup shredded coconut
1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
2 tablespoons toasted coconut flakes (for garnish)
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for garnish, optional)

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How to Make Ambrosia Extreme Makeover

In a large bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth.
Add the chopped fresh pineapple, mandarin orange segments, and shredded coconut. Gently toss to coat everything evenly.
Add the chopped pecans or walnuts (optional) and toss again.
Taste and adjust sweetness if needed, adding a little more honey if desired.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the Ambrosia to chill. This step is crucial for the best taste and texture.
Serve chilled and garnish with extra toasted coconut flakes or a sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

71g

Fat

23g

Carbs

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