Cheesecake Fruit Salad with Caramel Drizzle
A delightful combination of fresh fruit, crunchy graham cracker crumble, and luscious caramel saucethis cheesecake-inspired fruit salad is the perfect sweet treat for any occasion!
Ingredients:
2 cups strawberries, hulled and halved
2 cups green apples, cored and diced
1 cup red grapes, halved
1 cup granola or crushed graham crackers
1 cup caramel sauce store-bought or homemade
For the Cheesecake Filling:
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
cup powdered sugar
teaspoon vanilla extract
cup whipped topping or homemade whipped cream
Directions:
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Fold in the whipped topping until well combined.
Assemble the Fruit Salad: In a large mixing bowl, gently toss the strawberries, green apples, and red grapes.
Layer the Salad: Spread half of the fruit mixture into a serving dish or aluminum pan. Spoon half of the cheesecake filling over the fruit. Repeat with the remaining fruit and cheesecake filling, gently spreading the filling to cover.
Add the Toppings: Sprinkle granola or crushed graham crackers evenly over the top. Drizzle generously with caramel sauce.
Chill & Serve: For best results, refrigerate for 1530 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy this creamy, crunchy, and fruity delight!