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Apple-Strawberry Cheesecake Fruit Salad

A light and creamy fruit salad combining strawberries and apples with a cheesecake-style filling, perfect for potlucks and summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert, Salad
Cuisine: American, Summer
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Fresh Fruits
  • 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced Use ripe but firm berries.
  • 2-3 apples, peeled, cored, and diced Choose crisp apples like Honeycrisp or Gala.
Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened Leave out at room temperature for 30-60 minutes before mixing.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks Chill the bowl and whisk for better results.
Optional Topping
  • to taste drizzle of honey or maple syrup For serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Hull and slice the strawberries.
  2. Peel, core, and dice the apples.
  3. Place both fruits in a large mixing bowl and toss gently to combine.
Make the Cheesecake Filling
  1. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth and lump-free.
Whip the Cream
  1. In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
Combine
  1. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined and silky.
  2. Pour the cheesecake filling over the fruit and fold gently until every piece is coated, avoiding overmixing.
  3. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Serve
  1. Spoon into bowls and drizzle with honey or maple syrup before serving.

Notes

For a longer hold, replace heavy cream with stabilized whipped topping. To reduce sugar, use less powdered sugar or a sugar substitute. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.