AMBROSIA

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This is a classic Southern dessert in which layers of oranges, bananas and coconut are drizzled with honey, lemon juice and Cointreau. The perfect sweet to serve in the dreary midwinter months when your palate is craving something bright and juicy, but the berries haven't arrived yet.

Provided by Peter Feibleman

Categories     dessert

Time 15m

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 oranges, peeled and sliced into 1/4 -inch rounds
1 banana, peeled and thinly sliced
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup orange juice
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey (optional)
Splash of Cointreau (optional)

Steps:

  • In a glass serving bowl, form a single layer of orange slices and top with a few slices of banana. Sprinkle a thin layer of coconut over the top. Repeat layering until all of these ingredients are finished, reserving a tablespoon of the coconut. Stir together the juices and honey, if using, and pour over the fruit. Follow with the Cointreau, if desired, and a final sprinkling of coconut. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for several hours.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 103, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 16 milligrams, Sugar 16 grams

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