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Easy Cheesecake Fruit Salad

Cheesecake Fruit Salad

A creamy, decadent fruit salad that feels like a dessert and is perfect for any occasion. Quick to prepare and customizable with your favorite fruits.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the creamy dressing
  • 8 oz cream cheese Softened to prevent lumps
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar Adjust sweetness to taste
  • 1 cup whipped topping Can substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter version
  • 1 pkg cheesecake pudding mix Optional, for added stability
For the fruit
  • 1 cup strawberries Sliced
  • 1 cup blueberries Rinsed and dried
  • 1 cup grapes Halved
  • 1 cup pineapple Well drained
  • 1 cup mandarin oranges Well drained
  • 1 each kiwi Peeled and sliced
  • 1 each banana Add just before serving

Method
 

Preparation of the creamy dressing
  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Add the powdered sugar and whipped topping, and mix until well combined.
  3. If using, whisk in the cheesecake pudding mix until smooth.
Assembling the salad
  1. Prepare the fruits: Slice strawberries, rinse and dry blueberries and grapes, and drain pineapple and mandarin oranges.
  2. Gently fold the prepared fruit into the creamy dressing.
  3. Add sliced banana just before serving to prevent browning.

Notes

For best results, prepare the creamy dressing the night before and add the fruit several hours before serving. This helps maintain texture and prevent the salad from becoming watery.