But I just need to have something sweet after dinner. Maybe it's how I grew up, I'm not sure but dinner just doesn't feel complete without a little something sweet. As much as i love to bake some times I just don't have time but sometimes you don't want something super sweet, or baked or chocolate. Not often.....lol but sometimes.
I saw this recipe on Food Network on Trisha Yearwood's show -while on a mini 'mommy and daddy' weekend away from the kids. This was very different from the Ambrosia dessert I remember seeing at family feasts and picnics. The Ambrosia I remember and honesty, didn't like was a bunch of fruit in a bowl of cool whip or whipping cream. I was not a fan.
But apparently this is the 'real' Apple Ambrosia dessert. I gave a try the other night and it was great! Even my husband who isn't a big fan of fruit - loved it!
This is so easy - you can make it in advance just chill it in the fridge. Plus I really liked this because it was all ingredients I typically have kicking around in my pantry and fridge.
Here's what you need: (serves 4) and here's what I did:
- 3 medium to large size sweet apples (I used Red Delicious - I would recommend a sweet apple over a tart one but you could have 2 sweet apples and 1 tart if you like a little tang)
- 1 can (14 oz) of pineapple (tidbits ideally, but you can dice up whatever you've got)
- 1 cup of orange juice
- 1/4 cup of sugar
- 1/2 cup of grated coconut
In a small to medium size bowl, add your orange juice.
Start grading your apples into the bowl (using the large grading holes). If you like you can peel you apples, I left the peels on mine.
Open your can of pineapple, and add to the apples.
Add the sugar to the bowl and mix.
Add 1/4 cup of the coconut and mix again - chill in the fridge until you are ready to serve.
Just before serving add the remaining coconut for a bit of extra crunch and serve.
It's a very fresh and fruity dessert that totally satisfied my sweet tooth - I will definitely make this again!
This would be perfect for pot luck gatherings or just a quick dessert for the family
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