Description
Sweet dreams of summer come alive with this Cheesecake Fruit Salad, blending creamy cheesecake flavors and fresh seasonal fruits. Cool, refreshing layers invite you to savor each delightful spoonful of this irresistible dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) sour cream
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) plain Greek yogurt
Sweeteners and Flavorings:
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
- Honey or maple syrup (for drizzling)
Fruits and Garnish:
- Strawberries
- Blueberries
- Raspberries
- Blackberries
- Grapes
- Kiwi
- Pineapple
- Banana slices (optional, add just before serving to prevent browning)
- Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Whip softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl until silky and uniform, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Incorporate powdered sugar and vanilla extract, blending thoroughly until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
- Gently fold in sour cream and Greek yogurt, stirring until the cheesecake dip achieves a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Thoroughly rinse all selected fruits under cool water to remove any dirt or residue.
- Slice fruits into uniform, bite-sized pieces to ensure even coating and attractive presentation.
- Transfer prepared fruit pieces into a spacious mixing bowl, creating an inviting colorful base.
- Carefully fold the prepared cheesecake dip over the fruits, using gentle circular motions to coat each piece evenly without crushing delicate fruits.
- Elegantly transfer the fruit mixture into a serving dish or individual dessert bowls.
- Optional: Drizzle a light stream of honey or maple syrup across the top for enhanced sweetness.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves to add a vibrant, aromatic finishing touch.
- Refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes at 40°F to allow flavors to meld and develop a refreshing, chilled texture.
Notes
- Customize the fruit selection based on seasonal availability to keep the salad fresh and vibrant.
- Use low-fat cream cheese and Greek yogurt for a lighter, healthier version without compromising flavor.
- Prevent fruit browning by tossing apple and banana pieces in a bit of lemon juice before mixing.
- Try alternative sweeteners like agave nectar or stevia for diabetic-friendly options.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 187 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg