Description
As a passionate home cook, I find joy in creating dishes that not only taste amazing but also bring a smile to the faces of my loved ones. One of my all-time favorite recipes is the Cheesecake Fruit Salad. This delightful dish is like a party in a bowl, bursting with vibrant colors and flavors that dance on your palate. It’s a perfect blend of creamy cheesecake goodness and fresh, juicy fruits that makes it a hit at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (240ml) vanilla yogurt
- 1 cup (240ml) thawed frozen whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- 1 package (3.4 oz/96g) instant cheesecake pudding mix
- 1/4 cup (30g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup (150g) strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup (150g) blueberries
- 1 cup (150g) red grapes, halved
- 1 cup (150g) pineapple chunks (fresh or well-drained canned)
- 1 cup (150g) kiwi, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup (150g) mandarin orange segments (canned, drained)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture: Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Chop the Fresh Fruits: Hull and slice the strawberries, halve the grapes, and peel and slice the kiwi.
- Combine Ingredients: In the bowl with the cream cheese mixture, add yogurt, whipped topping, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth, then fold in the chopped fruits.
- Chill the Salad: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour to let the flavors meld.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing.
- Use fresh fruits for the best flavor.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more powdered sugar if needed.
- Chill longer for better flavor melding.
- Serve in clear cups for a beautiful presentation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g