Ambrosia Salad is one of those classic recipes that instantly brings back memories — creamy, fruity, and always present at family gatherings. When I saw Courtney Cook’s Ambrosia Salad, I knew I had to try it… but of course, I wanted to make it sugar-free and a little more elevated.
This version keeps all the nostalgic flavor while creating a smoother, creamier texture that fits beautifully into a bariatric and low-sugar lifestyle.
Why I Love This Version
- Completely sugar-free
- Creamier and smoother texture
- No nuts (but you can add them if you’d like!)
- Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or make-ahead desserts
Ingredients
- 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple in its own juice
- 2 (15 oz) cans mandarin oranges in their own juice, drained
- 1 family-size box sugar-free lime Jell-O
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 (8 oz) tub sugar-free Cool Whip
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed pineapple (with juice), mandarin oranges, and sugar-free lime Jell-O.
- Refrigerate for about 3 hours until partially set.
- In a blender, blend the cottage cheese and cream cheese until completely smooth.
- Stir the blended mixture into the Jell-O mixture.
- Gently fold in the sugar-free Cool Whip.
- Refrigerate for several more hours or overnight until fully set.
Final Thoughts
This sugar-free Ambrosia Salad is creamy, refreshing, and absolutely delicious. It’s proof that you don’t have to give up classic comfort recipes just because you’re living a bariatric or low-sugar lifestyle.
If you try this recipe, let me know — I’d love to hear what you think!
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