Description
This Cheesecake Fruit Salad recipe combines creamy cheesecake filling with fresh fruit for a no-bake, crowd-pleasing dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the cheesecake mixture:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (or 8 oz whipped topping)
For the fruit salad:
- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup green grapes, halved
- 1 cup red grapes, halved
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 cup mandarin oranges, drained
- 1 banana, sliced (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cheesecake Mixture
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese with a hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- If using heavy whipping cream, beat it separately until stiff peaks form, then gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture. If using whipped topping, fold it in directly.
Step 2: Prepare the Fruit
- Wash and dry all fruits thoroughly.
- Slice strawberries, grapes, and banana (if using).
- Drain canned mandarin oranges to prevent excess liquid from thinning the cheesecake mixture.
Step 3: Assemble the Salad
- In a large serving bowl, combine all the prepared fruits.
- Gently fold in the cheesecake mixture until the fruit is evenly coated.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 4: Serve & Enjoy
- Garnish with additional fruit or a sprinkle of graham cracker crumbs for an extra cheesecake touch.
- Serve chilled and enjoy this creamy, fruity delight!
Notes
- Dairy-Free Version – Use dairy-free cream cheese and coconut whipped cream.
- Different Fruits – Swap in raspberries, blackberries, peaches, or mango.
- Crunchy Add-Ins – Add chopped nuts, granola, or crushed graham crackers.
- Chocolate Twist – Drizzle melted chocolate over the top before serving.
- Coconut Flavor – Fold in shredded coconut for extra texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: dessert, salad
- Method: no bake
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cheesecake fruit salad, no-bake dessert, creamy fruit salad, summer fruit salad, easy potluck dessert