Description
Hawaiian Cheesecake Fruit Salad is a creamy tropical dessert made with strawberries, pineapple, mandarin oranges, kiwi and grapes folded into a fluffy cheesecake mixture with coconut. It’s perfect for summer parties, potlucks and holidays.
Ingredients
2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
2 cups pineapple chunks, drained
1½ cups mandarin orange segments, drained
2 kiwis, peeled and diced
1 cup seedless grapes, halved (optional)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup whipped topping
1/2 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
2 tbsp powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
Extra shredded coconut, for garnish
Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
Instructions
1. Wash and prepare all the fruit, then place it into a large mixing bowl.
2. Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
3. Mix in the Greek yogurt, powdered sugar and vanilla extract until creamy.
4. Fold in the whipped topping until light and fluffy.
5. Add the cheesecake mixture and shredded coconut to the fruit.
6. Gently fold until all the fruit is evenly coated.
7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
8. Garnish with extra shredded coconut and fresh mint before serving chilled.
Notes
Drain canned fruit well to prevent excess liquid.
Use softened cream cheese for the smoothest texture.
Serve well chilled.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Not recommended for freezing.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American