Description
This Strawberry Banana Cheesecake Salad is a creamy, fruity, and refreshing dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. With fresh strawberries, bananas, and a fluffy cheesecake-like filling, it’s a sweet treat everyone will love. Plus, it’s easy to make in just minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 (8 oz) container Cool Whip, thawed
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and continue beating until fully combined.
- Gently fold in the Cool Whip until smooth and fluffy.
- Add the sliced strawberries, bananas, and mini marshmallows (if using), and gently mix until coated in the cheesecake mixture.
- If desired, sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts on top for added crunch.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving for a chilled, refreshing treat.
Notes
- This dessert is perfect for a summer gathering or holiday meal.
- If you want a lighter option, you can substitute the cream cheese with Greek yogurt or light cream cheese.
- Feel free to switch up the fruit to your liking—blueberries or peaches would also be great additions!
- Make ahead: Store in the fridge for up to 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg