Sure, here’s a delightful recipe for Hawaiian Cheesecake Salad. This tropical treat is perfect for summer gatherings or as a refreshing dessert. Enjoy!
Hawaiian Cheesecake Salad
Ingredients:
- For the Cheesecake Mixture:
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 (3.4 oz) package instant cheesecake pudding mix
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the Fruit Salad:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 cup fresh mango chunks
- 1 cup fresh kiwi, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 cup fresh grapes, halved
- 2 bananas, sliced
Instructions:
- Prepare the Cheesecake Mixture:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add the dry cheesecake pudding mix and mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until the mixture is smooth and creamy. The mixture should be thick and hold its shape.
- Prepare the Fruit Salad:
- In a separate large bowl, combine the strawberries, pineapple, mango, kiwi, blueberries, grapes, and bananas.
- Combine and Serve:
- Gently fold the cheesecake mixture into the fruit salad until all the fruit is evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled and enjoy your Hawaiian Cheesecake Salad!
Tips:
- For a lighter version, you can use low-fat cream cheese and sugar-free pudding mix.
- Feel free to add or substitute your favorite fruits to suit your taste.
- To prevent bananas from browning, you can toss them in a little lemon juice before adding them to the salad.
Enjoy this refreshing and creamy dessert!