Introduction

This Caramel Crunch Cheesecake Fruit Salad is a delightful blend of creamy cheesecake bites, fresh fruit, and indulgent toppings. It’s an easy-to-make dessert that combines sweet, tangy, and crunchy textures for a crowd-pleasing treat.

A clear glass bowl shows a dessert with three visible layers: the bottom is crumbly golden brown, the middle is thick and creamy white whipped cream, and the top is a colorful mix of fresh fruits and toppings. The top layer has shiny green grapes, dark purple grapes, and bright red strawberry slices spread evenly. There are small white chunks of soft cream or marshmallow, sprinkled with crushed nuts and crumbs, all drizzled with smooth caramel sauce that glistens. The bowl sits on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese, softened
¼ cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 cups strawberries, halved
2 cups green grapes
1 cup red grapes
½ cup caramel sauce
¼ cup crushed graham crackers or cookie crumbs
¼ cup chopped peanuts or pecans
¼ cup white chocolate drizzle

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the cheesecake bites by beating the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth and creamy. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
Step 2: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined. Cut the cheesecake mixture into small squares and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.
Step 3: Assemble the fruit salad by layering strawberries, green grapes, red grapes, and cheesecake bites in a serving dish.
Step 4: Sprinkle the crushed graham crackers and chopped nuts over the salad. Drizzle caramel sauce and white chocolate drizzle evenly over everything.
Step 5: Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes if you prefer a chilled dessert.

Tips & Variations

Use your favorite mix of fresh fruits such as blueberries or kiwi for extra color and flavor.
Substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds for a different nutty crunch.
For a lighter version, use reduced-fat cream cheese and whipped topping instead of heavy cream.

Storage

Store any leftovers covered in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The cheesecake bites will soften over time, so it’s best enjoyed fresh. Reheat is not recommended; serve chilled or at room temperature.

How to Serve

This dish is a colorful trifle served in a clear glass square bowl showing multiple layers. The bottom layer is a golden brown crumbly base. On top of that is a thick, white creamy layer with swirled texture. The top layer is full of fresh fruits including bright red strawberry halves, shiny green grapes, and dark red grapes scattered evenly. There are pieces of crumbly nuts and small white chunks sprinkled throughout. A shiny caramel sauce is drizzled over the top, making the fruits and nuts glisten. The bowl is placed on a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the cheesecake bites ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the cheesecake bites a day in advance and keep them chilled until assembling the salad.

What can I use if I don’t have caramel sauce?

You can substitute caramel sauce with honey, dulce de leche, or a fruit syrup for a different but delicious twist.

Caramel Crunch Cheesecake Fruit Salad Recipe

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This Caramel Crunch Cheesecake Fruit Salad combines creamy, luscious cheesecake bites with fresh, juicy strawberries and grapes, topped with a delightful crunch of caramel sauce, graham cracker crumbs, nuts, and white chocolate drizzle. It’s a refreshing and indulgent dessert perfect for any occasion.

Author: Tara
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale

For the Cheesecake Bites:

8 oz cream cheese, softened
¼ cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup heavy whipping cream

For the Fruit Salad:

2 cups strawberries, halved
2 cups green grapes
1 cup red grapes

For the Toppings:

½ cup caramel sauce
¼ cup crushed graham crackers or cookie crumbs
¼ cup chopped peanuts or pecans
¼ cup white chocolate drizzle

Instructions

Prepare the Cheesecake Bites: In a bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined. Pour the mixture into a flat dish, smooth it out, and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes until firm. Once chilled, cut the cheesecake mixture into small squares.
Assemble the Fruit Salad: In a serving dish, layer the halved strawberries, green grapes, red grapes, and the cheesecake bites evenly to ensure a balanced mix of flavors and textures.
Sprinkle and Drizzle: Evenly sprinkle the crushed graham crackers and chopped nuts over the top of the layered fruits and cheesecake bites. Drizzle the caramel sauce and white chocolate over the entire salad to add sweetness and a decorative finish. Serve immediately or refrigerate for an additional 30 minutes if you prefer a cooler dessert.

Notes

For a nut-free version, omit the chopped peanuts or pecans or substitute with seeds.
Use fresh, ripe fruit for the best flavor and texture.
The cheesecake bites can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator to save preparation time.
Adjust the amount of caramel and white chocolate drizzle to your sweetness preference.
The salad is best served chilled but can be kept at room temperature for up to 1 hour before serving.

Keywords: Caramel Crunch, Cheesecake Fruit Salad, No-Bake Dessert, Fruit Salad, Cheesecake Bites, Easy Dessert