It's often criticized for its dense texture and sometimes overly sweet or artificial fruit flavors. Many jokes circulate about fruitcakes being regifted due to their long shelf life.
It can be polarizing due to its combination of sweet Jell-O with savory or tangy additions. The texture and flavor contrasts may not appeal to everyone.
It's criticized for its extreme richness and high calorie content. The concept of eating deep-fried butter can be off-putting to many due to health concerns.
Ambrosia salad is a dessert salad made with canned fruits (like pineapple and mandarin oranges), mini marshmallows, coconut, and sometimes whipped cream or sour cream.
A Moon Pie consists of two round graham cracker cookies with marshmallow filling, dipped in chocolate or other flavored coatings.
Though beloved by many, critiques include its high calorie and fat content, which can make it feel heavy. Some find the combination of sweet cherries and creamy cheese overwhelming.
The concept of using mayonnaise in a dessert can be off-putting to some due to its savory association. However, the mayo itself is usually not discernible in the final product.
Prune whip is a dessert made by puréeing cooked prunes (dried plums) and folding them into whipped cream or beaten egg whites.