Description
A delightful blend of cream cheese and fresh fruits, topped with granola or caramel popcorn and drizzled with caramel sauce for a sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip)
- 2 cups assorted fresh fruits (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, bananas, kiwi, and pineapple)
- 1/2 cup granola or crushed caramel popcorn
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce, plus extra for drizzling
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional, such as pecans or walnuts)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar. Use a hand mixer or whisk to blend until smooth and creamy.
- Add the vanilla extract and continue mixing until well incorporated.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping to the cream cheese mixture, being careful not to deflate the whipped cream. Mix until fully combined and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, chop the fresh fruits into bite-sized pieces. If using bananas, slice them just before adding to prevent browning.
- In a large serving bowl, layer the fruit mixture at the bottom.
- Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the fruit layer, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the granola or crushed caramel popcorn over the cream cheese layer, followed by the chopped nuts if desired.
- Drizzle the caramel sauce over the top of the salad for added flavor and decoration.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to set.
- Serve the Caramel Crunch Cheesecake Fruit Salad in individual cups or bowls, and enjoy!
Notes
Best enjoyed within 1-2 days. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Consider preparing components separately for optimal texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg