Quick, Easy and Inexpensive Ambrosia Fruit Salad!

Around the holidays the most popular refrigerated salads are Watergate Salad (which I will post the recipe of) and Ambrosia Fruit Salad. For me, I don't care too much for Watergate Salad but u am an Ambrosia junkie. It is just TOO delicious!! This version has no walnuts in it, since I don't like those either, but you can add a cup or two of chopped pecans or walnuts. Whatever strikes your fancy. I decided to share a quick an easy Ambrosia Salad recipe that takes about 10 minutes to prepare and it sits overnight in the fridge!! Let's jump right into it:

Things you will need: 

- Large Mixing Bowl

- Mixing utensil (no electric or hand mixers, it will crush the marshmallows and the fruit) 

Ingredients: 

1 8oz container frozen whipped topping (thawed) 

2 1/2 cups shredded coconut

1 8oz can fruit cocktail (drained)

1 8oz container pineapple chunks (drained)

1 11oz can mandarin oranges (drained)

1 10oz jar maraschino cherries (drained)

3 cups miniature marshmallows

1 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 

Directions: 

In a large bowl, combine whipped topping, coconut, drained fruit cocktail, pineapple, oranges, cherries, marshmallows, nutmeg, and cinnamon. 

Mix together well and refrigerate for 30-45 minutes, or overnight and it's ready to serve. 

Hope you and your family enjoy this awesome recipe!!! Happy Thanksgiving and Have a Merry CHRISTmas!