Description
This Easter Cheesecake Fruit Fluff is a light, creamy dessert perfect for spring gatherings. Featuring a smooth cheesecake base combined with a medley of fresh fruits and mini marshmallows, it’s a festive and refreshing treat that requires no baking and comes together quickly.
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Base
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 (3.4 oz) package instant cheesecake pudding mix
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fluff
- 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
Fruit and Extras
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks, drained
- 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup mandarin oranges, drained
- 1/2 cup blueberries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Make the cheesecake base: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Add the instant cheesecake pudding mix and milk, and continue to mix until combined. Beat in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
- Fold in whipped topping: Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully incorporated, being careful not to deflate the fluff.
- Add the fruit and marshmallows: Stir in the mini marshmallows, pineapple chunks, strawberries, and mandarin oranges. Make sure the fruit is evenly distributed throughout the fluff.
- Chill the fluff: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve: Before serving, garnish with fresh blueberries or additional fruit if desired. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easier mixing and smoother texture.
- Draining the canned fruits well prevents the fluff from becoming too watery.
- You can substitute the fresh fruits with other seasonal fruits based on preference.
- This dessert is best served chilled and consumed within 2 days for optimal freshness.
- The mini marshmallows add a nice texture contrast but can be omitted if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
