Strawberry Banana Cheesecake Salad With No Bake Cheesecake Filling
If you're looking for a refreshing and delicious dessert that's easy to make, you'll love this strawberry banana cheesecake salad with no bake cheesecake filling. This dessert is perfect for any occasion such as a summer barbecue or a family gathering. It's a crowd-pleaser that will satisfy everyone's sweet tooth.
Ingredients
For the salad:
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, washed and sliced
- 4 bananas, peeled and sliced
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 (8-ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
For the topping:
- 2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, mix together the sliced strawberries and bananas.
2. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
3. Fold in the whipped topping until the mixture is smooth.
4. Pour the cheesecake filling over the strawberries and bananas. Gently stir until the fruit is coated with the cheesecake mixture.
5. In a small bowl, mix together the crushed graham crackers and melted butter.
6. Sprinkle the graham cracker mixture over the top of the cheesecake salad.
7. Chill the salad for at least 2 hours before serving.
Variations
This strawberry banana cheesecake salad is versatile and can be customized to your liking. Here are some variations you can try:
- Use blueberries, blackberries, or raspberries instead of strawberries.
- Swap out the bananas for pineapple chunks or mandarin oranges.
- Add chopped nuts such as pecans or almonds to the graham cracker topping.
- Add chocolate chips or mini marshmallows to the cheesecake filling for a s'mores-inspired twist.
Conclusion
This strawberry banana cheesecake salad with no bake cheesecake filling is a delicious and refreshing dessert that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or a family gathering, this dessert is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Try it out and let us know what you think!
