Description
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Easter Cheesecake Fruit Fluff is a delightful dessert that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. With a creamy cheesecake-flavored base, this fluffy dessert is packed with mixed fruit and topped with whipped cream. It’s the perfect treat for Easter, spring picnics, or any gathering where you need a light and refreshing dessert.
Ingredients
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1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
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1 (3.4 oz) package instant cheesecake pudding mix
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1 cup milk
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1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
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1/2 cup powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 cups mini marshmallows
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1 cup fresh pineapple chunks, drained
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1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
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1 cup mandarin oranges, drained
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1/2 cup blueberries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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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
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Add-ins: You can add other fruits like grapes, bananas, or kiwi for more variety.
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For extra flavor: Consider adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice or a pinch of cinnamon for an added zing.
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Make ahead: This dessert can be made the day before and stored in the fridge until ready to serve.
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Vegan version: Swap the cream cheese and whipped topping for vegan alternatives like cashew cream cheese and dairy-free whipped topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1-2 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (based on 8 servings)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg