Cheesecake Fruit Salad
This delightful Cheesecake Fruit Salad combines the creamy flavors of cheesecake with a mix of fresh fruits. Perfect for a light dessert or a refreshing side dish at gatherings, this recipe is both easy to make and bursting with flavor.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 spatula
- 1 serving bowl
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups mixed fresh fruits (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, pineapple) Can customize with favorite or seasonal fruits.
- ¼ cup heavy cream Optional, for a lighter texture.
- ¼ cup crushed graham crackers For garnish, optional.
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Use a whisk to blend until smooth and creamy.
- If you prefer a lighter texture, fold in the heavy cream gently until well combined.
- In another bowl, prepare your mixed fruit, cutting larger pieces into bite-size chunks.
- Add the mixed fruit to the cheesecake mixture, and use a spatula to gently fold the fruit into the cream cheese mixture until evenly coated.
- Transfer the cheesecake fruit salad into a serving bowl.
- If desired, sprinkle crushed graham crackers on top for added texture and flavor.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before serving, to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
You can customize this salad with your favorite fruits or seasonal options.
Consider adding a squeeze of lemon juice to the fruit for an extra zing.
This dish is best served fresh but can be kept refrigerated for up to a day.