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Cheesecake Summer Fruit Salad Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Cheesecake Summer Fruit Salad is a delightful and refreshing dessert that combines a medley of fresh summer berries with a creamy, sweetened cheesecake-flavored dressing made from cream cheese and Cool Whip. This no-cook, easy-to-make salad is perfect for warm-weather gatherings, potlucks, or a light finish to any meal.

Ingredients

Fruit

  • 2 cups Strawberries, hulled and cut into quarters
  • 1 cup Blueberries, washed and dried
  • 1 cup Raspberries, washed and dried
  • 2 cups Blackberries, washed and dried

Cheesecake Dressing

  • 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 8 oz Cool Whip, thawed

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Fruit: Slice and wash your strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries. Lay them on paper towels to dry thoroughly to avoid excess moisture in the salad.
  2. Beat the Cream Cheese: In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the softened cream cheese until it becomes smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
  3. Add Sugar and Cool Whip: Add the sugar and thawed Cool Whip to the cream cheese. Continue mixing until the mixture becomes smooth and fully combined.
  4. Combine Half the Fruit and Dressing: Scoop half of your cheesecake mixture into a separate bowl, then add half of the prepared fruit to it. Gently fold the mixture and fruit together until fully incorporated without crushing the berries.
  5. Add Remaining Fruit and Dressing: Add the rest of the cheesecake mixture and the remaining fruit to the bowl. Again, gently fold until all ingredients are evenly combined, maintaining the berries’ integrity.
  6. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the fruit salad until ready to serve. This allows the flavors to meld and the salad to chill perfectly for a refreshing dessert.

Notes

  • Ensure berries are fully dried before mixing to prevent a watery salad.
  • Use softened cream cheese for easier mixing and a smoother texture.
  • Gently folding preserves the integrity of the berries and prevents them from bruising.
  • Chill for at least 1 hour for best flavor and texture.
  • This recipe can be doubled for larger gatherings.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://saraflavors.com/cheesecake-summer-fruit-salad-recipe/