Description
A vibrant and delightful dessert that combines the creamy decadence of cheesecake with refreshing mixed fruits. Perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- 2 cups mixed fruit (such as strawberries, blueberries, and pineapple)
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/4 cup crushed graham crackers
- Optional: 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Slowly add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Fold in the whipped topping gently until the mixture is fluffy.
- Combine your choice of mixed fruits in another bowl, adding lemon juice to those that brown easily.
- Add the diced fruits and mini marshmallows to the cream cheese mixture, stirring gently until well coated.
- Sprinkle the crushed graham crackers on top for a delightful crunch.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
For healthier options, swap regular cream cheese for light cream cheese or Greek yogurt, and use dairy-free alternatives as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg