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Cheesecake Fruit Salad

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This Cheesecake Fruit Salad is a sweet, creamy, and refreshing dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Made with a variety of fresh fruits and a luscious cheesecake filling, it’s drizzled with rich caramel sauce to take it over the top! It’s a crowd-pleaser at BBQs, potlucks, or family gatherings.

Ingredients

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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, peel, and chop all your fruits into bite-sized pieces (strawberries, apples, grapes, pineapple, and bananas). Place the fruit into a large mixing bowl and gently toss them together.
  • Make the Cheesecake Filling:
    In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
    In another mixing bowl, whip the chilled heavy cream until stiff peaks form. You can use an electric mixer to make this easier.
    Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined and smooth.
  • Assemble the Fruit Salad:
    Pour the cheesecake mixture over the prepared fruit and gently fold the mixture into the fruit, ensuring everything is coated evenly. If needed, adjust sweetness by adding more powdered sugar.
  • Drizzle with Caramel:
    Drizzle the caramel sauce generously over the top of the fruit salad. You can also serve the caramel on the side for dipping, if preferred.
  • Serve:
    Chill the cheesecake fruit salad in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors meld.
  • Enjoy:
    Garnish with extra caramel sauce or a sprinkle of crushed graham crackers for a bit of crunch. This Cheesecake Fruit Salad is the perfect refreshing dessert for any occasion!

Notes

  • For a crunchier texture, top the fruit salad with crushed graham crackers.
  • If you prefer a lighter option, you can use low-fat cream cheese and whipped topping.
  • Feel free to swap fruits based on what’s in season or your personal preferences!

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