03/04/2025
Cheesecake Fruit Salad
This Cheesecake Fruit Salad is a creamy, luscious dessert made with fresh fruit and a rich cheesecake-flavored dressing. It's the perfect side dish for potlucks, summer gatherings, or a light yet indulgent treat!
Ingredients
For the Creamy Cheesecake Dressing:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup powdered sugar
1 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip or homemade whipped cream)
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp milk (to thin, if needed)
For the Fruit Salad:
2 cups strawberries, sliced
1 cup blueberries
1 cup grapes, halved
2 cups pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
1 cup mandarin oranges, drained
2 bananas, sliced (optional, add just before serving)
Instructions
1. Make the Cheesecake Dressing
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
Fold in the whipped topping until light and creamy.
If the mixture is too thick, add milk one tablespoon at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.
2. Prepare the Fruit
Wash and dry all the fruit. Slice strawberries, grapes, and bananas as needed.
Drain pineapple and mandarin oranges to avoid extra liquid in the salad.
3. Assemble the Salad
In a large mixing bowl, gently toss the prepared fruit together.
Pour the cheesecake dressing over the fruit and fold gently until everything is evenly coated.
4. Chill & Serve
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
Serve chilled and enjoy!