Description
This Cheesecake Fruit Salad is a creamy, no-bake dessert that combines a rich cheesecake-flavored dressing with a vibrant mix of fresh fruits. Perfect for summer or any occasion, this refreshing salad blends the smoothness of cream cheese and Greek yogurt with the natural sweetness of strawberries, blueberries, grapes, pineapple, and banana. Easy to prepare and chilled to perfection, it serves as both a delightful dessert and a tasty side dish.
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Dressing
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Fruit
- 1/2 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1/2 cup grapes, halved
- 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 banana, sliced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheesecake Base: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly until fully combined.
- Incorporate Greek Yogurt: Stir in the vanilla Greek yogurt to create a creamy, smooth cheesecake mixture.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form, ensuring a light and airy texture.
- Fold Whipped Cream into Cheesecake Mixture: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture to maintain the fluffy texture without deflating it.
- Prepare the Banana: Toss the sliced banana with lemon juice in a small bowl to prevent browning and preserve freshness.
- Combine Fruits with Dressing: Carefully fold all the fruits—including strawberries, blueberries, grapes, pineapple, and the lemon-treated banana—into the cheesecake mixture until the fruits are evenly coated.
- Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate the assembled fruit salad for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the salad to firm up slightly before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to use any combination of your favorite fresh fruits to customize the salad to your taste.
- For the best texture, add delicate fruits such as bananas just before serving to avoid mushiness.
- This salad can be prepared a few hours in advance and stored chilled to enhance flavor integration.
