Description
This refreshing and indulgent fruit salad combines a vibrant mix of seasonal fruits with a luscious, creamy cheesecake dressing. Perfect as a light dessert or a sweet snack, it brings together the tang of cream cheese and the natural sweetness of fruit for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
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For the Fruit Salad:
- 1 cup strawberries, hulled and quartered
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup kiwi, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned in juice, drained)
- 1 cup seedless grapes, halved
- 1 medium apple, cored and cubed (optional)
- 1 banana, sliced (optional; add just before serving to prevent browning)
For the Cheesecake Dressing:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2–3 tablespoons honey (adjust based on sweetness preference)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (to loosen the dressing, if necessary)
Optional Garnish:
- A handful of graham cracker crumbs or granola
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
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Prepare the Fruit:
- Gently wash all fruits. Hull and quarter the strawberries, slice the kiwi, cube the apple, and halve the grapes.
- In a large bowl, combine the strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, pineapple, grapes, and apple. If using banana, add it just before serving to maintain its texture.
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Make the Cheesecake Dressing:
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined and creamy.
- If the dressing is too thick, whisk in 1–2 tablespoons of milk until desired consistency is reached.
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Combine:
- Pour the cheesecake dressing over the prepared fruits.
- Gently toss the mixture until all the fruits are evenly coated with the dressing.
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Chill & Serve:
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate the fruit salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Just before serving, toss in banana slices (if using) and sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs or granola for an extra crunch. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
Notes
- For best texture and flavor, use fresh, in-season fruits.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of honey in the dressing.
- The salad is best served chilled. If preparing in advance, add delicate fruits like bananas just before serving to prevent browning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg