Description
Strawberry Banana Cheesecake Salad is a no-bake dessert made with fresh strawberries, bananas, and a creamy cheesecake-flavored filling. It’s sweet, fruity, and perfect for potlucks, brunches, and summer gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2–3 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
- 1 (3.4 oz) package instant cheesecake pudding mix (dry)
- 1/2 cup cold milk
- 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping (such as Cool Whip), thawed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional, to prevent bananas from browning)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
- Add dry cheesecake pudding mix and slowly mix in cold milk until well combined and thickened.
- Fold in whipped topping until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add vanilla extract if using.
- Toss sliced bananas with lemon juice (if using) to prevent browning.
- Gently fold strawberries and bananas into the cheesecake mixture.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Stir gently before serving and garnish with additional fruit if desired.
Notes
Best served the same day to avoid bananas browning and fruit releasing excess juice.Add other fruits like blueberries, grapes, or pineapple for more variety.Substitute half the whipped topping with Greek yogurt for a tangy twist.For added texture, top with chopped nuts or granola right before serving.Use sugar-free pudding and light whipped topping for a lower-calorie version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
