No Bake Cheesecake Fruit Salad Recipe

Are you looking for a cool, creamy, and easy summertime treat? Try the no bake cheesecake fruit salad recipe.

It’s perfect for potlucks, picnics, or an on-time, quick family treat, something all of your guests will appreciate for very little time and effort, and not using an oven.

Let’s jump into this mouthwatering recipe, tips, variations, and everything you would like to know.

Why You’ll Love This No-Bake Cheesecake Fruit Salad

So Easy to Prepare: You wouldn’t need to bake it at all on those hot summer days or when short of time.

Versatile and Customizable: Use all of your favourite seasonal fruits; go for it.

Crowd-pleasing: With a cheesecake base, every creamy and juicy fruit on top, kids and adults will both love it.

Make it in Advance: Stress-free entertainment: prepare ahead of time by just putting it all together.

Refreshingly Light: A perfect blend of rich creaminess and fresh, fruity flavours.

Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup powdered sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 cup heavy whipping cream (or 8 oz whipped topping)

2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced

1 cup blueberries

1 cup kiwi, peeled and diced

1 cup mango, diced

1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)

1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs (optional, for garnish)

Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Preparation of Cheesecake Base: In a large bowl, smooth the cream cheese with icing sugar and vanilla.

In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then fold gently into the cream cheese mixture. Do the same for the whipped topping.

Incorporate the Fruits: Fold in fresh strawberries, blueberries, kiwi fruit, mango, and pineapple pieces, ensuring that all fruits become nicely enveloped with a layer of cheesecake treatment.

Chill: Cover with a lid and keep in the refrigerator for a minimum of 1 hour to allow the flavours to blend and allow the salad to chill.

Serve: Scoop into individual bowls or dessert cups to serve the fruit salad. You can top with fresh mint leaves and some crumbles of graham crackers if you would like.

Tips

Use Ripe Fresh Fruits: Go for seasonal fruits as they give the best flavour and umami.

Prevent Browning: Toss apples, bananas, or pears in lemon or orange juice before mixing them into the salad.

Taste Sweetness: Before adding fruits, taste the cheesecake filling and determine how much sugar needs to be added to it.

Chill for Best Results: Let the salad chill to improve the texture and flavour.

Serve Immediately: For the refreshing flavour, try serving as soon as possible after preparation – a couple of hours at most.

Variations and Substitutions

Low Sugar: Try a sugar substitute, like stevia or monk fruit sweetener, in place of powdered sugar.

Dairy-free: Replace cream cheese with a substitute, light in dairy, and replace whipped cream with whipped coconut.

Fruit Options: Use some raspberries, blackberries, peaches, or grapes to create a different flavour profile.

Add Sweet Crunch: Stir in chopped nuts, coconut flakes or crushed shortbread cookies for crunch.

Tropical Twist: Create a tropical feel with mango, pineapple and passion fruit flavoured with a hint of coconut extract.

Serving Suggestions

• This no-bake cheesecake fruit salad can stand alone as a dessert, and it can take it to yet another level with different serving ideas.

• Place in Parfait glasses, individual-sized serving vessels, for an upscale presentation.

• Pair with shortbread cookies or wafer biscuits for dipping.

• Top with pancakes, waffles, or pound cake. Drizzle over with a bit of honey or caramel sauce for indulgence.

Make-Ahead, Storing, and Freezing Instructions

Make Ahead

Make the cheesecake filling up to 2 days ahead and put it in an air-tight container in the refrigerator.

Slice the fruits and combine them with the filling no more than 4 hours to maintain their freshness.

Storing

Store the leftovers by putting them in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours.

Ensure that some fruits may release juice with time, which may affect the texture a bit.

Freezing

We don’t recommend freezing this dessert. Upon thawing, the creamy filling and fresh fruits may lose their texture or become watery.

Just freeze the cheesecake filling for up to a month. Thaw it, then combine with fresh fruits before serving.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I use frozen fruit in this recipe?

Yes, ensure frozen fruit is thawed and drained thoroughly to prevent excess liquid. For optimum texture and flavour, nothing beats fresh fruit.

How long does no-bake cheesecake fruit salad last?

Keep fresh in the fridge for about 2 days. Add tender fruits like bananas right before serving.

Can I make this dessert vegan?

Sure! Try non-dairy cream cheese, coconut whipped cream, or some plant-based yogurt alternative.

What fruits work best in this salad?

Berries, mango, pineapple, and kiwi are great. Avoid watery fruits like watermelon unless they are served immediately.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the no bake cheesecake fruit salad can serve on every occasion and combine the creamy richness of cheesecake with the fuller flavour of the fruit!

Its simplicity, adaptability, and light taste provide an instant recipe for summer picnics or holiday events.

Customisation is endless, and it can be made in advance- it’s a very practical dessert! Try it now, and you will have found one more favourite recipe!

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