This Red, White and Blue Cheesecake Salad is a creamy, fruity, patriotic dessert that is perfect for any summer holiday celebration. Made with fresh strawberries, blueberries, and a creamy cheesecake filling is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
Fresh fruit during the summer is a must-have, and this fruit salad is a fun and delicious way to incorporate it into your cookout menu. Plus, with it being a no bake dessert helps keep your kitchen cool during the hot summer months.
The combination of sweet strawberries and tangy blueberries with the creamy cheesecake filling is simply irresistible. And the red, white, and blue colors make it the perfect dessert for Memorial Day, 4th of July, or any summer gathering.
If you are looking for more patriotic desserts, you may also like our red white and blue lush or red white and blueberry dessert.
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Why You’ll Love This Berry Cheesecake Fruit Salad Recipe
- Bursting with berry flavor from the combination of strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries that is refreshing and screams summertime.
- Creamy texture!
- Easy to make with simple ingredients and minimal prep time.
- A great hassle-free option for any summer potluck or gathering.
- Customizable by adding other fruits like blackberries or even some crunchy nuts for extra texture.
- Eye-catching presentation with red, white, and blue colors that’s visually appealing for any patriotic celebration.
- A guaranteed hit with all your guests!
Berry Cheesecake Fruit Salad Ingredients
- Fruit: I used strawberries, blueberries and raspberries. You can also add blackberries to this creamy fruit salad.
- Cream cheese: Use full-fat cream cheese to keep it thick and creamy. You could use light cream cheese but note that it will change the texture.
- Powdered sugar: This is used to sweeten the cream cheese mixture. If you prefer a less sweet salad, you can reduce the amount of powdered sugar.
- Vanilla extract: The vanilla extract gives the cream cheese mixture a delicious flavor.
- Whipped topping: I used Cool Whip, thawed out. You can use homemade whipped cream if you prefer but it does not hold up well.
How to Make Cheesecake Fruit Salad
Begin by washing and slicing the strawberries into bite-sized pieces.
In a large bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, powdered sugar and vanilla until creamy and smooth. Gently fold in the whipped topping.
Gently fold in the berries to ensure they are evenly coated with the creamy cheesecake mixture.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving. Garnish with additional berries for presentation.
Tips for Making Cheesecake Fruit Salad
- Soften cream cheese at room temperature to make it easier to blend smoothly. You can leave it out on the counter for about 30 minutes to do so.
- For a creamier texture, use full-fat cream cheese instead of low-fat options.
- To prevent a watery salad, be sure to thoroughly pat dry your berries before adding them in the fruit salad.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping to maintain a light and fluffy consistency.
- Chill your cheesecake salad for at least an hour before serving.
Variations and Additions to the Recipe
- Add mini marshmallows for extra sweetness.
- Use different fruits such as blackberries or add more if you’d like.
- Garnish with some chopped nuts for some crunch.
- Drizzle of honey for extra sweetness or melted chocolate from added richness.
- Serve over angel food cake for a delicious and light dessert.
How to Store
- Store remaining leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Stir before serving.
- Avoid freezing the cheesecake salad as the creamy texture will not hold up well.
FAQs
Can I use frozen berries in this recipe?
Unfortunately, fresh berries work best for this creamy fruit salad. The texture of frozen berries may not hold up well in the salad, affecting its overall consistency, taste and will change the color of the cheesecake salad.
What variations can I try with this recipe?
Feel free to get creative with your add-ins! Consider adding diced peaches or sliced bananas for a different twist on this classic creamy sweet berry flavor combination.
More Patriotic Dessert Recipes
- Red White and Blue Pudding Pops
- Walking Berry Pretzel Salad
- Patriotic Poke Cake
- Twizzler Sparkler Cake
Recipe
Red White and Blue Cheesecake Salad
Ingredients
- 1 lb strawberries sliced
- 1 pint blueberries
- 6 oz raspberries
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz cool whip
Instructions
- Begin by washing and slicing the strawberries into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, powdered sugar and vanilla until creamy and smooth. Gently fold in the whipped topping.
- Gently fold in the berries to ensure they are evenly coated with the creamy cheesecake mixture.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving. Garnish with additional berries for presentation.
Notes
- Store remaining leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Stir before serving.
- Avoid freezing the cheesecake salad as the creamy texture will not hold up well.
Nutrition Disclosure
Nutritional facts are estimates and are provided as a courtesy to the reader. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. Nutritional values are calculated via a third party. Changing ingredients, amounts or cooking technique will alter the estimated nutritional calculations.
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