Description
A creamy, tropical dessert salad with pineapple, mandarin oranges, and a rich cheesecake-inspired dressing, topped with coconut and marshmallows for a sweet and refreshing treat.
Ingredients
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 (20 oz) can pineapple chunks, drained
- 1 (15 oz) can mandarin oranges, drained
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add the sour cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese, and mix until well combined and fluffy.
- Gently fold in the pineapple chunks, mandarin oranges, mini marshmallows, shredded coconut, and chopped pecans (if using) until evenly coated with the dressing.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American