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Cheesecake Fruit Salad with Caramel Drizzle Recipe

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5 from 133 reviews
  • Author: Andria
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes (includes chilling time)
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This Cheesecake Fruit Salad is a creamy, decadent twist on a traditional fruit salad. Featuring a luscious cheesecake-flavored cream cheese and whipped cream mixture combined with a colorful medley of fresh fruits, and topped with a rich caramel drizzle, this dessert is perfect for parties, potlucks, or a refreshing treat anytime. The recipe is easy to assemble, requires no baking, and offers a delightful balance of tangy fruit and sweet, smooth cheesecake flavor.

Ingredients

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Fruit

  • 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

Cheesecake Filling

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream (chilled)

Toppings

  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • Optional: crushed graham crackers for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Fruit: Wash and prep all the fruits by slicing the strawberries and bananas, chopping the green apples, halving the grapes, and draining the pineapple chunks. Combine all the fruits in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
  3. Whip the Cream: In another bowl, whip the chilled heavy whipping cream until it forms stiff peaks. This will give the filling a light and fluffy texture.
  4. Combine Filling and Cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined, taking care not to deflate the whipped cream.
  5. Assemble the Salad: Pour the creamy cheesecake filling over the mixed fruits in the large bowl. Gently fold the mixture to coat the fruits evenly without breaking them apart.
  6. Add Caramel Drizzle: Drizzle the caramel sauce generously over the salad, or serve it on the side for individual portions to add sweet flavor and richness.
  7. Chill and Serve: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and the cream to firm up slightly. Serve chilled, optionally garnished with crushed graham crackers and extra caramel drizzle for added texture and taste.

Notes

  • Use fresh fruits for best texture and flavor; canned pineapple should be well-drained to prevent excess liquid.
  • If the cream cheese isn’t softened, microwave in short bursts to soften but not melt.
  • For a tangier flavor, substitute half of the cream cheese with mascarpone cheese.
  • Crushed graham crackers add a nice crunch as a garnish but are optional.
  • This salad is best served within 24 hours of preparation to maintain fruit freshness.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: cheesecake fruit salad, fruit salad dessert, no bake cheesecake salad, creamy fruit salad, caramel fruit salad

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