Red White and Blue Berry Cheesecake Salad
Red White and Blue Berry Cheesecake Salad is the ultimate no-bake dessert for summer gatherings, 4th of July parties, and potlucks. Bursting with fresh strawberries and blueberries folded into a fluffy cheesecake filling, this easy fruit salad comes together in minutes and disappears just as fast!
Serve it as a side with Grilled Chicken Thighs or Grilled Skirt Steak and Broccoli Salad (No Mayo) for the perfect summer meal.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick and Easy: Ready in about 10 minutes, no oven needed.
- Festive and Colorful: Perfect for patriotic holidays.
- Crowd-Pleaser: Sweet, creamy, and packed with fresh berries.
- Versatile: Scoop it with graham crackers like a dip, eat it with a spoon, put it in mini graham cracker crusts for a no-bake cheesecake or pie.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
- 8 oz Cool Whip (or whipped cream)
- 3 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 2 cups fresh blueberries, or blueberries and raspberries
- Mint and more fresh berries for garnish
How to Make Red White and Blue Berry Cheesecake Salad
- Beat Cream Cheese Mixture:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. - Fold in Whipped Topping:
Gently fold in the Cool Whip until fully incorporated and fluffy. - Add Berries:
Carefully fold in strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries until combined. - Chill and Serve:
Refrigerate for 20 minutes before serving for the best texture and flavor. But don’t mix up more than 2 hours before serving for best results
How to Store
While you can store the berry cheesecake salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, it is best fresh. Stir gently before serving if you have stored it, as it separates slightly.
Pro Tip:
This salad does not freeze well, as the berries release too much moisture when thawed. Best advice if you want to make ahead is make your cheesecake mixture ahead, and prep berries, but don’t combine until just before ready to serve.
Variations
- Other Berries: Swap in raspberries or blackberries.
- Lightened Up: Use light cream cheese and light whipped topping.
- More Crunch: Add chopped pecans, graham crackers, or granola on top before serving.
- Extra Flavor: Fold in a little extra lemon zest or a splash of almond extract.
- Add Marshmallows: You can stir in 2 cups of mini marshmallows to add a fluffy, sweet, element.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve in a large glass trifle dish for a show stopping presentation.
- Spoon into individual cups for easy grab-and-go desserts.
- Garnish with extra fresh berries and a sprig of mint.
- Consider layering with crushed graham crackers for an even more cheesecake like dessert.
Tips for Success
- Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth filling.
- Gently fold in berries to keep them from breaking apart.
- Chill before serving so the flavors can meld together.
FAQs
Can I make berry cheesecake salad ahead of time?
Yes! You can make it up to 24 hours ahead. Just cover and refrigerate until serving. However, it is best served within an hour of making, so I suggest if you want to make it ahead you prepare the components separately, then combine just before serving.
Can I use frozen berries?
It’s best to use fresh berries so the salad doesn’t get watery.
How do I transport this to a party?
Store in a lidded container in a cooler with ice packs.
More Easy No-Bake Desserts
- No Bake Cookies
- No Bake Butterscotch Pie
- No Bake Oreo Cheesecake Ice Box Cake
- No Bake Cherry Cheesecake
- Eclair Ice Box Cake
Enjoy this Red White and Blue Berry Cheesecake Salad at your next celebration! If you make it, I’d love to see—tag me @ezpzmealz so I can share your creations!
Berry Cheesecake Salad
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon optional
- 8 oz Cool Whip or whipped cream
- 3 cups fresh strawberries hulled and chopped
- 2 cups fresh blueberries or blueberries and raspberries
- Mint and more fresh berries for garnish
Instructions
Beat Cream Cheese Mixture:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. And the lemon zest, if using.
Fold in Whipped Topping:
- Gently fold or mix in the Cool Whip until fully incorporated and fluffy.
Add Berries:
- Carefully fold in strawberries, and blueberries until combined.
Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate for 20 minutes before serving for the best texture and flavor. But don’t mix up more than 2 hours before serving for best resultsGarnish with fresh berries and mint leaves to make it look nice.
Nutrition
Our recipe card software calculates these nutrition facts based on averages for the above ingredients, different brands, and quality of produce/meats may have different nutritional information, always calculate your own based on the specific products you use in order to achieve accurate macros for this recipe.
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