Cheesecake Salad
Juicy fruit and rich cheesecake filling come together in this fun red, white, and blue cheesecake salad. Quick to make and always the first thing gone at at picnics!
I love fun picnic sides like broccoli salad, mexican street corn salad, baked beans, and creamy pea salad. Who says that salads have to be a plate full of leafy greens and dressing? I automatically think of green lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and dressing piled high on top. Yuck, we are not veggie fans around here! 🙂
I think it's also safe to say this Red White and Blue Cheesecake Salad is my kind of salad. Creamy cheesecake and juicy fruit come together in this dish that is SO easy to make. Make it even easier by using frozen fruit so you don't have to wash/slice it. Who wouldn't want a giant bowl full of this side dish that tastes like it came straight out of grandma's kitchen? I know that this is one dessert that I can see myself eating and enjoying all year long. It is especially perfect for picnics and holidays like the 4th of July!
Ingredients
- Cream Cheese: Make sure it is softened.
- Cool Whip: I love Cool Whip, but you can also use fresh whipped cream if you'd prefer.
- Strawberries: Fresh or frozen fruit will work great.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, make up to 12 hours in advance. This is one of those recipes that tastes better after it sits for a bit.
Absolutely! Just thaw first.
I would only do this if you plan to eat the whole salad the day you make it as it does lose air overtime and can become watery.
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📖 Recipe
Easy Red White and Blue Cheesecake Salad
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Ingredients
- 8 Ounces Cream Cheese Softened
- ½ Cup White Sugar
- 8 Ounces Cool Whip Thawed
- 3 Cups Strawberries Sliced
- 1 Cup Blueberries
- 1 Cup Raspberries
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Fold in Cool Whip.
- Fold in strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries. Enjoy!
Nutrition
I just made it today and I loved it! I’m just sad that I didn’t make it all summer long. Berries are my favorite! Thank you for sharing this easy and delicious salad! It’s more like dessert for me. Yummy!!
My family loved this!
Can you make this ahead,and how long will it stay fresh in the refrigerator? Looks so yummy!!
Hi Amy! Great question! I'd say it would be okay if made a day or two ahead.
Is white sugar granulated sugar or powdered sugar?
Hi Elissa,
Thanks for stopping by! When I say white sugar I mean granulated sugar. If you have any questions just stop back here and I'll do my best to help.
Thank you for sharing your Recipe ????
Very good uuummm I love it thank you so much
This was amazing but I added some premade cheesecake mix which gave it more of a cheesecake flavor. The whole family loved it and will definitely be making this again ????
Yummy addition, thanks for sharing with us Briana.
Can I use sweetener? What kind?
Thanks
G.
Hi Gale,
We've only tested the recipe as written so I'm afraid I can't help with sweeteners or their amounts. I don't want to lead you astray with the price of groceries these days.
Would it be possible to use Sweet&Low or Splenda instead of sugar
Hi Donald,
I haven not tried that so I can't comment on if it would work or the ratio unfortunately. With the price of groceries these days I don't want to speculate and lead you astray.
I loved it. Had it for the fourth.
Yay so glad thanks for taking the time to let me know Debra!
Totally with you ! All the way !