Who remembers Ambrosia Salad? That pastel swirl of citrus, coconut, and marshmallows that looked more like dessert than a side dish—but somehow always landed on the buffet line next to the coleslaw? Inspired by those childhood memories, I’ve transformed those iconic flavors into Ambrosia Cupcakes—a tender, elegant dessert that captures the magic of the classic “marshmallow salad” in every bite. For me, ambrosia wasn’t just a dish—it was a tradition. It showed up every 4th of July of my childhood, a creamy, dreamy staple of our summer celebrations. My mom always called it “marshmallow salad,” and it was my job to make it. I remember the pride I felt mixing it all together: the tender marshmallows, the juicy bursts of mandarin orange, the sweet pineapple, and those snowy tangles of coconut folded into the cool, tangy sour cream. I taste-tested constantly, of course—purely in the name of quality control. And it always passed. There was something…