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Strawberry Cheesecake Salad Recipe

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Strawberry Cheesecake Salad is a delightful, creamy fruit salad that combines the flavors of cheesecake with fresh strawberries, bananas, and marshmallows. This easy-to-make dessert salad features a luscious blend of yogurt, whipped topping, and cheesecake pudding powder, offering a refreshing and sweet treat perfect for gatherings and potlucks.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Salad Base

  • 8 ounces whipped topping, thawed
  • 1 small package cheesecake pudding powder (3.4 ounces)
  • 2 cups strawberry yogurt (about 3 containers of 6 ounces each)

Fruit and Mix-ins

  • 1 lb fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 3 bananas, sliced
  • 2 cups miniature marshmallows

Alternative Base (Cool Whip and Pudding Substitute)

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pudding-Yogurt Mixture: In a large bowl, mix together the strawberry yogurt and cheesecake pudding powder until fully combined. Fold in the thawed whipped topping gently to maintain its fluffy texture. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for about one hour to allow the mixture to set and thicken.
  2. Add Fruits and Marshmallows: Just before serving, fold in the sliced fresh strawberries, sliced bananas, and miniature marshmallows. Mix gently to evenly distribute the ingredients while preserving the fluffiness. Keep the salad refrigerated until served to maintain freshness.
  3. Alternative Preparation Using Cream Cheese and Whipping Cream: If you prefer not to use whipped topping and cheesecake pudding powder, beat together the softened cream cheese, sugar, and heavy whipping cream in a large bowl until the mixture becomes creamy and stiff peaks form. Carefully fold in the strawberry yogurt, sliced strawberries, marshmallows, and bananas until well combined. Chill the salad before serving.

Notes

  • For best texture, add the fruits and marshmallows just before serving to prevent them from becoming soggy.
  • You can substitute other berries or fruits as desired, such as blueberries or raspberries.
  • Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easy blending in the alternative recipe variation.
  • Keep the salad refrigerated until serving to preserve freshness and texture.
  • This salad is best served chilled and consumed within 1-2 days for optimal taste and quality.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/strawberry-cheesecake-salad-recipe/