Pistachio Ambrosia

This Pistachio Ambrosia is a classic make-ahead dessert that balances sweet and tangy flavors beautifully. The combination of canned fruit cocktail, pineapple chunks, and mandarin oranges provides a juicy, refreshing base, while the instant pistachio pudding adds a creamy, pastel-green richness. Folded into sour cream and frozen whipped topping, the texture becomes light yet substantial, perfect for soaking up the fruit juices. It is an ideal dish for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or summer barbecues because it can be prepared hours in advance. The addition of chopped pecans just before serving adds a delightful crunch that contrasts with the soft fruit and creamy pudding. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, this dessert brings a nostalgic, home-style charm to any table.

Cuisine: Chinese

Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 16

Calories: 320.0

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

Description

This Pistachio Ambrosia is a classic make-ahead dessert that balances sweet and tangy flavors beautifully. The combination of canned fruit cocktail, pineapple chunks, and mandarin oranges provides a juicy, refreshing base, while the instant pistachio pudding adds a creamy, pastel-green richness. Folded into sour cream and frozen whipped topping, the texture becomes light yet substantial, perfect for soaking up the fruit juices. It is an ideal dish for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or summer barbecues because it can be prepared hours in advance. The addition of chopped pecans just before serving adds a delightful crunch that contrasts with the soft fruit and creamy pudding. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, this dessert brings a nostalgic, home-style charm to any table.

Ingredients

2 can Fruit cocktail (17-oz. each)
2 can Pineapple chunks(20-oz. ea.)
2 can Mandarin oranges (11-oz. ea)
4 package Instant pistachio pudding
2 cups Sour cream
1 carton Frozen whipped topping (12-oz), thawed
1 cup Chopped pecans, optional

Directions

1
Drain the fruit cocktail, pineapple chunks, and mandarin oranges, reserving approximately 3 cups of the liquid juice from the cans.
2
Set the drained fruit aside in a separate bowl.
3
Pour the reserved 3 cups of fruit juice into a large 4-quart mixing bowl.
4
Add the instant pistachio pudding mix to the juice and whisk vigorously until the mixture is smooth and thickened.
5
Stir in the sour cream until fully incorporated and the mixture is uniform.
6
Gently fold in the thawed frozen whipped topping until the mixture is smooth and no white streaks remain.
7
Fold in the drained fruit cocktail, pineapple, and mandarin oranges gently to coat them with the pudding mixture.
8
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld.
9
Sprinkle with chopped pecans just before serving if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 16

Amount Per Serving
Calories 320.0kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.6g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 4.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 82.0g28%
Dietary Fiber 8.8g36%
Sugars 64.0g
Protein 3.2g7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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