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Caramel Crunch Cheesecake Fruit Salad Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Caramel Crunch Cheesecake Fruit Salad is a delightful and creamy dessert combining a luscious cheesecake-flavored dressing with a vibrant mix of fresh fruits. Topped with crunchy granola or caramel toffee bits and drizzled with caramel sauce, this no-cook fruit salad offers the perfect balance of sweetness, texture, and freshness, making it an easy and irresistible treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Cheesecake Dressing

  • 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup caramel sauce (plus more for drizzling)

Fruit Salad

  • 2 cups strawberries (hulled and sliced)
  • 2 cups grapes (halved)
  • 2 apples (chopped)
  • 2 bananas (sliced)
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks

Topping

  • 1 1/2 cups granola or crushed caramel toffee bits for crunch

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cheesecake Dressing: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, sour cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and caramel sauce until the mixture is smooth and creamy with no lumps.
  2. Combine the Fruit: In a separate large bowl, add the hulled and sliced strawberries, halved grapes, chopped apples, sliced bananas, and pineapple chunks. Gently toss the fruit to combine evenly.
  3. Mix Fruit and Dressing: Gently fold the creamy cheesecake mixture into the bowl of mixed fruit, ensuring the fruit is evenly coated with the dressing without crushing or mashing the fruit.
  4. Add Crunchy Topping: Just before serving, stir in the granola or crushed caramel toffee bits to add a crunchy texture to the salad.
  5. Finish and Serve: Drizzle additional caramel sauce on top of the salad if desired, then serve immediately to enjoy optimal freshness and crunch.

Notes

  • Add the crunchy topping just before serving to prevent it from becoming soggy, maintaining a satisfying texture.
  • Feel free to swap in seasonal fruits depending on availability and preference to customize this salad.
  • For a tangier flavor, substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt in the cheesecake dressing.
  • This salad is best enjoyed fresh and chilled.

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