Creamy Cheesecake Fruit Salad: The Dessert That Thinks It’s a Salad

 


Creamy Cheesecake Fruit Salad is one of those recipes that quietly steals the show. It shows up looking innocent—just fruit and cream—then suddenly everyone’s asking for the recipe. It’s cool, light, and sweet without being heavy, and it somehow works as a dessert and a side dish at the same time.

Think of it as cheesecake’s relaxed, no-bake cousin—no crust, no oven, no stress.


Why This Recipe Works

This dish balances three things beautifully:

  • Fresh fruit for brightness and texture

  • Creamy cheesecake base for richness

  • Light sweetness that lets the fruit shine

Unlike traditional cheesecake, this version is fluffy and spoonable, making it perfect for warm days, potlucks, and last-minute gatherings.


Ingredients (Serves 6–8)

For the Cheesecake Cream

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream

  • ½ cup powdered sugar

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Fruit

  • 1 cup strawberries, sliced

  • 1 cup grapes (red or green), halved

  • 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh preferred)

  • 1 cup blueberries

  • 1 banana, sliced (add last to prevent browning)

Optional Add-Ins

  • Mini marshmallows

  • Crushed graham crackers

  • Toasted coconut flakes

  • Chopped nuts


How to Make Creamy Cheesecake Fruit Salad