Description
This Cheesecake Fruit Salad is a delightful, creamy dessert combining the rich flavors of cream cheese and Greek yogurt with a medley of fresh fruits. Enhanced with a touch of powdered sugar and vanilla, and optionally mini marshmallows, it offers a refreshing, sweet treat perfect for summer gatherings or a light dessert.
Ingredients
Dairy and Sweeteners
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fruits
- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 2 cups blueberries
- 2 cups diced pineapple (fresh or canned)
- 2 cups diced bananas
Optional
- 1/2 cup mini marshmallows (optional for added sweetness and texture)
Instructions
- Prepare the Creamy Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Use a whisk to mix these ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Add the Fruits: Gently fold in the chopped strawberries, blueberries, diced pineapple, and diced bananas into the creamy base using a rubber spatula. Be careful to mix evenly without mashing the fruits.
- Add Optional Marshmallows: If you choose to, add the mini marshmallows at this stage, folding them in gently to distribute evenly and add a hint of extra sweetness and texture.
- Transfer to Serving Bowl: Once all ingredients are evenly combined, transfer the fruit salad mixture into a serving bowl, spreading it out evenly for presentation.
- Chill Before Serving: Place the salad in the refrigerator and chill for about 30 minutes. This step allows the flavors to meld together and the texture to set slightly, enhancing the overall taste experience.
Notes
- Use fresh fruits for best flavor and texture, but canned pineapple can be used as a convenient alternative.
- For a lighter version, opt for low-fat cream cheese and Greek yogurt.
- The mini marshmallows are optional and can be omitted to reduce added sugar.
- Serve chilled for the best taste and consistency.
- This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; however, bananas might brown over time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
