Cheesecake Fruit Salad (Printable Version)
Fresh fruits folded into a creamy cheesecake-flavored dressing, finished with a caramel drizzle.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Fruits
01 -
300 g strawberries, hulled and sliced
02 -
300 g green apples, chopped
03 -
150 g grapes (red or green), halved
04 -
150 g pineapple chunks, drained
05 -
120 g bananas, sliced
→ Cheesecake Dressing
06 -
225 g cream cheese, softened
07 -
60 g powdered sugar
08 -
2.5 ml vanilla extract
09 -
240 ml heavy whipping cream, chilled
→ Topping
10 -
120 ml caramel sauce
# Guide to Cooking:
01 -
Wash and prepare all fruits: slice strawberries and bananas, halve grapes, chop apples, and drain the pineapple. To prevent browning, toss apples and bananas in a small amount of lemon juice before combining.
02 -
Beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy.
03 -
Whip the chilled heavy cream in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form.
04 -
Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture to create a light and fluffy cheesecake-flavored filling.
05 -
Place all prepared fruits into a large mixing bowl.
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Pour the cheesecake-flavored filling over the fruits.
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Gently fold until all fruit is evenly coated with the dressing.
08 -
Drizzle caramel sauce over the salad, or serve it on the side to allow customization.
09 -
Refrigerate the mixture for at least 60 minutes to allow flavors to meld and filling to set.
10 -
Before serving, optionally sprinkle crushed graham crackers or mini cheesecake bites on top for added texture.
# Extra Suggestions:
01 -
For a tangier flavor, incorporate one tablespoon of lemon juice into the cream cheese mixture.
02 -
Adjust the quantity of caramel sauce according to taste preference.
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The prepared salad can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
04 -
Additional fruits such as blueberries, raspberries, or kiwi may be added for variety.