Description
Bright, creamy, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Cheesecake Fruit Salad combines plant-based cream cheese with a vibrant mix of fresh fruits, creating a refreshing, colorful, and satisfying dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Creamy Base
- 1 cup plant-based cream cheese
- 1/2 cup Greek-style plant-based yogurt (natural)
- 2 tablespoons honey (natural)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Fresh Fruits
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup blueberries
- 2 kiwis, peeled and diced
- 1 apple, cored and chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (natural)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the Creamy Base: In a mixing bowl, combine the plant-based cream cheese and Greek-style plant-based yogurt (natural). Stir until smooth and creamy. Add honey (natural) and vanilla extract (natural), mixing well to create a sweet, tangy base. Gently whisk in the natural gelling agent to give the mixture a soft, thickened texture.
- Chop Your Fresh Fruits: Wash all fruits carefully. Hull and slice strawberries, peel and dice kiwis, core and chop apples into bite-sized pieces, and keep blueberries whole. Place all prepared fruits in a large bowl, tossing gently to mix their vibrant colors.
- Toss Fruits with Lemon Juice: Sprinkle fresh lemon juice (natural) over the fruit mixture to enhance flavor and prevent browning, then toss lightly to ensure each piece is coated.
- Combine the Creamy Base with Fruits: Pour the creamy cheesecake mixture over the fresh fruit bowl. Using a spatula, gently fold everything together until all fruits are evenly coated with the luscious cream.
- Garnish and Chill: Add chopped mint leaves on top for a fresh, herby aroma. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to settle wonderfully.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese (plant-based) for smoother mixing with yogurt and sweeteners.
- Gently fold to keep fruit textures intact and prevent bruising; avoid over-tossing.
- Select ripe but firm fresh fruits to keep the salad vibrant and fresh longer.
- Adjust sweetness carefully, starting with less honey (natural) and adding more based on fruit sweetness.
- Chill before serving to enhance flavor development and provide a refreshing experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cheesecake fruit salad, plant-based dessert, creamy fruit salad, fresh fruit dessert, dairy-free cheesecake
