Description
Indulge in a delightful and creamy Cheesecake and Fruit Salad that combines the richness of cheesecake with the freshness of assorted fruits. This no-bake dessert is perfect for summer gatherings or as a sweet side dish.
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Mixture:
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped cream or whipped topping
Fruit Salad:
- 2 cups strawberries (hulled and halved)
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup green grapes (halved)
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 cup mandarin orange segments (drained)
Optional Garnish:
- Graham cracker crumbs
Instructions
- Cheesecake Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gently fold in the whipped cream until well combined.
- Fruit Salad: In a separate large bowl, combine all the prepared fruit. Add the cheesecake mixture to the fruit and gently toss to coat everything evenly.
- Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
- Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs on top just before serving for a cheesecake-inspired crunch.
Notes
- Use any combination of your favorite fruits—just avoid overly juicy fruits like watermelon that may water down the mixture.
- For a tangier twist, add a squeeze of lemon juice.
- This dish is best served cold and can be made up to 4 hours ahead.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
