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Easy No-Bake Berry Cheesecake Fruit Salad

A creamy bowl of cheesecake fruit salad topped generously with fresh strawberries, blueberries, and a green grape.

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Make this refreshing, creamy Cheesecake Fruit Salad featuring seasonal berries. It is a simple, no-bake side dish or light dessert perfect for potlucks and summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 8 ounces frozen whipped topping, thawed
  • 1 pound strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 pint blueberries
  • 2 cups green grapes, halved
  • 1 cup mandarin orange segments, drained
  • Optional: Caramel drizzle for topping

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese. Beat until fully combined and creamy.
  3. Gently mix in the Greek yogurt until the mixture is uniform.
  4. Fold in the thawed whipped topping using a spatula until no streaks remain. Do not overmix.
  5. In a separate large bowl, combine the strawberries, blueberries, grapes, and mandarin oranges.
  6. Gently pour the cream cheese mixture over the fruit. Fold carefully until the fruit is evenly coated with the dressing.
  7. Cover the bowl and chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld.
  8. If desired, drizzle with caramel just before serving.

Notes

  • For best results and easier mixing, ensure your cream cheese is fully softened to room temperature.
  • You can prepare the cream cheese dressing up to one day ahead and store it covered in the refrigerator. Add the fruit just before serving.
  • This recipe works well for meal planning; store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
  • Consider this recipe as a great alternative to complex desserts when you are looking for quick meal planning ideas for entertaining.

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