Description
This Easter Cheesecake Fruit Fluff is a light, creamy, and delicious dessert perfect for spring celebrations. It combines a smooth cheesecake-flavored base with fluffy whipped topping and colorful fresh fruits mixed with mini marshmallows, offering a delightful texture and vibrant flavors. Easy to assemble and chill, this no-bake dessert is sure to be a crowd-pleaser for any Easter gathering or festive occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
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
Whipped Topping
- 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
Fruit and Marshmallows
- 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
- For best results, use fresh, ripe fruit to enhance the flavor and texture.
- This dessert is best served chilled and consumed within 24 hours for optimal freshness.
- You can substitute the whipped topping with homemade whipped cream if preferred.
- Mini marshmallows add a pleasant chewiness but can be omitted or replaced with other mix-ins like chopped nuts if desired.
- Perfect for Easter celebrations, potlucks, or any springtime gathering.
