Best Moms Holiday Fruit Salad Recipes

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MOM'S FRUIT SALAD



Mom's Fruit Salad image

Make and share this Mom's Fruit Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Nancy Sneed

Categories     Pineapple

Time 20m

Yield 14-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 bananas, sliced
1/2 lb seedless grapes, halved
4 ounces maraschino cherries, halved
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple tidbits, well drained
1 can mandarin orange, well drained (may use fresh oranges)
2 golden delicious apples, cut in chunks
2 cups mini marshmallows
1 pint fresh whipping cream
almond extract

Steps:

  • Prepare fruits and put all together in a large bowl.
  • Mix whipping cream with 6 tsp of sugar and 1/4 tsp almond extract.
  • Add a couple of tablespoons of cherry juice to make it a pretty pink and give it extra flavor.
  • Add marshmallows and whipped cream to fruit and chill until ready to serve.

CHRISTMAS FRUIT SALAD



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It was at the very first Thanksgiving I spent with my husband's family that I tasted this for the first time. My mother-in-law shared the recipe. I serve it for special occasions, plus it's a main-stay at the potlucks we have at work. After 41 years of marriage, my husband and I still enjoy the salad - along with our four children and their spouses and our nine grandchildren. -Ina Vickers, Dumas, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 egg yolks, beaten
3 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped
3 cups miniature marshmallows
2 cups halved green grapes
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 jar (10 ounces) red maraschino cherries, drained and sliced
1 cup chopped pecans
3 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine egg yolks, water, vinegar and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and reaches 160°. Remove from the heat and cool; fold in whipped cream. , In a large bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Add dressing; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 24 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 calories, Fat 20g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 107mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

FESTIVE FRUIT SALAD



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This refreshing beautiful salad has become a favorite of everyone who's tried it. My bowl always comes home empty when I take this salad to a party or cookout. This recipe is a great way to take advantage of fresh fruit at its best. -Gail Sellers, Savannah, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 medium fresh pineapple
3 medium apples (red, yellow and green), cubed
1 small cantaloupe, cubed
1 large firm banana, sliced
1 pint strawberries, halved
1 pint blueberries
4 cups seedless red and green grapes
3 kiwifruit, peeled and sliced
DRESSING:
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
Additional berries for garnish, optional

Steps:

  • Peel and core pineapple; cut into cubes. Place in a 3- or 4-qt. glass serving bowl. Stir in remaining fruit., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually add sugar and lemon juice and mix well. Fold in whipped topping. , Spread over fruit. Garnish with additional berries if desired. Store leftovers in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 16mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

MOM'S FRUIT SALAD



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Make and share this Mom's Fruit Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Divinemom5

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cans fruit cocktail (in light syrup)
2 cans mandarin oranges
1 bag miniature marshmallow
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream

Steps:

  • Drain fruit and place in mix bowl.
  • Stir in marshmallows and sour cream.
  • Chill and serve.
  • Can add nuts or coconut if desired.

HOLIDAY FRUIT SALAD



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I got this recipe while shopping at Sams Club on a day when food demos were taking place. Wow! Quick, easy and yummy for the holidays. A family favorite now. Cook time is chill time.

Provided by Wineaux

Categories     Apple

Time 1h30m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

16 ounces plain yogurt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 -8 Red Delicious apples, cored and cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1 cup green grape

Steps:

  • Combine yogurt, nutmeg, sugar and vanilla, mixing well.
  • Pour over prepared fruit, tossing to cover the apples and grapes.
  • Chill.
  • Before serving, dust with a little extra nutmeg.

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