Description
A no-bake Cheesecake Fruit Salad that combines fresh, juicy fruits with a luscious cheesecake filling and a caramel drizzle. Perfect for parties, gatherings, or a delightful indulgence, this creamy dessert is easy to make and customizable to suit your taste.
Ingredients
For the Fruit Salad:
2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
2 cups green apples, chopped
1 cup grapes (red or green), halved
1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned), drained
1 cup bananas, sliced
For the Cheesecake Filling:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup heavy whipping cream (chilled)
For the Caramel Drizzle:
1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit:
- Wash and prep all the fruits (slice, chop, or halve as required).
- Combine them in a large mixing bowl.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling:
- Beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip chilled heavy cream to stiff peaks.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
- Assemble the Salad:
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the mixed fruits.
- Gently fold to coat the fruit evenly.
- Add Caramel Drizzle:
- Drizzle caramel sauce generously over the salad or serve it on the side.
- Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Serve chilled with extra caramel drizzle or garnished with crushed graham crackers.
Notes
Toss banana slices in lemon juice to prevent browning.
Adjust sweetness by adding more powdered sugar if desired.
Use seasonal fruits for variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 250 kcal
