Easter Dinner Ideas

How is it that the holidays come around every year, and I still find myself scrambling to decide what to cook??

Add in changes like guest lists, weather (chilly, sunny, something in between), and however the garden decides to behave…

Now our best ideas for Easter dinner are all in one place, broken down by category, so pulling a menu together is easier than ever.

There’s everything from traditional mains and sides to Southern and Italian staples. Plus easy starters, homemade breads, and more salads than you can choose from.

And when the Easter eggs and Easter baskets are done and over, you’ll have a sweet treat or two ready and waiting.

EASTER MENU INSPIRATION (SIMPLE & STRESS-FREE)

There are endless ways to mix and match these Easter dinner dish ideas into a complete menu, but it can be overwhelming if you’re new to hosting or don’t know where to start.

Here are a few options to get you started, and you can always add extra sides to round out the meal!

Classic Easter Ham Menu

• Glazed ham
• Potato side
• Spring vegetable
• Rolls
• Dessert

Easy Chicken Easter Dinner

• Baked chicken main
• Vegetable side
• Salad
• Freshly baked bread
• Dessert

Light and Fresh Easter Dinner

• Small bites to start
• Lighter protein (salmon or seafood)
• Fresh spring vegetable
• Salad
• Lighter Dessert

APPETIZERS AND STARTERS

Set out a few Easter-friendly dips and spreads or have a few small bites that can be made ahead. Deviled eggs are always a winner, while cups of broth-based soups are perfect if it’s still chilly outside.

• Baked Ricotta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
  Looks elegant but is easy to make. Great on a cracker board!

• Sheet Pan Bruschetta
  The ultimate holiday appetizer made easy.

• Olive Garden Spinach Artichoke Dip Copycat
  Gobble this one up with crackers, bread, veggies, or a spoon.

• Veggie Pizza with Crescent Rolls
  Fresh toppings and a creamy spread on flaky pastry. Make-ahead friendly!

• Air Fryer Goat Cheese Balls
  Drizzle with honey or sprinkle with herbs and watch these disappear.

• Copycat Costco Pinwheels
  Skip the long lines and make these finger food favorites from scratch.

MAIN DISH IDEAS FOR EASTER DINNER

Showstopping holiday centerpieces, a mouthwatering Sunday roast, or traditional Italian lasagna. Start with one of these easy Easter dinner ideas, then choose sides to match!

• Orange Glazed Ham
  Sweet, tangy, and utterly divine. Leftovers are great in tons of other recipes.

• Herb Roasted Pork Tenderloin
  Comforting flavors with an elegant presentation. Works with any sides.

• Beef Chuck Roast Recipe
  A one-pot recipe that delivers melt-in-your-mouth bites and Sunday dinner flavor.

• Quick and Easy Italian Lasagna
  Have this one on the table in 40 minutes! No Italian Easter is complete without it.

• Pan Seared Beef Steak
  Serve with a red wine sauce for an elegant way to celebrate the holiday.

• Oven Baked Meatballs
  Tender, juicy, and batch-cooked. A must for easy Easter dinner ideas.

• Baked Lemon Rosemary Chicken Breasts
  So much flavor infused into such a simple dish, and with a handful of ingredients.

NON-TRADITIONAL OPTIONS

Looking for more unique Easter dinner dish ideas? Try seafood mains or slow cooker and oven options to free up any stovetop space you need for other recipes.

• Sheet Pan Salmon
  This one’s got the main and veggie side in one easy dish.

• Lemon Garlic Shrimp
  Coated in an irresistible butter sauce and ready in 20 minutes.

• Orange Glazed Salmon
  Flaky fish with a sticky-sweet citrus and herb glaze with juicy pops of pomegranate.

• Shrimp Scampi
  Garlic, Old Bay, white wine, and lemon. What’s not to love?

• Crockpot Pork Chops
  These are super tender and juicy, smothered in a thick, savory gravy.

• Turkey Breast in the Crockpot
  A holiday hack! Tender poultry infused with citrus and herb flavor, and completely hands-off.

• Sausage and Ravioli Skillet
  One of the most nontraditional Easter dinner ideas, but perfect for a relaxed meal.

EASTER SIDE DISHES

We’ve got all the classics here, from potatoes and stuffing-style casseroles to baked vegetable sides and crowd-friendly dishes that hold well.

• Cheesy Potatoes Au Gratin
  Buttery Yukon Gold potatoes smothered in cheddar sauce and baked until bubbly.

• Garlic Mashed Potatoes
  Rich, creamy, and oh so buttery. It’s the best mashed potato recipe!

• Boston Market Sweet Potato Casserole
  This one just screams holidays with marshmallows and streusel on top.

• Cheesy Potato Casserole
  Also known as funeral potatoes, this one’s stuffed with bacon and 3 types of cheese.

• Bacon Hasselback Potatoes
  These are fully loaded and pair perfectly with Easter dinner mains like lamb, glazed ham, and roast turkey.

• Crockpot Mac and Cheese with Cream Cheese
  Another 3 cheese winner! Layer everything in the slow cooker and let it do its thing.

• Mexican Red Rice
  Just enough spice to be interesting, and it tastes great with ham, chicken, or beef.

• Chipotle Cilantro Lime Rice
  Try a lighter side that’s just as cozy and won’t compete with the other dishes.

• Chicken Rice Recipe
  Moist, flavorful, fluffy. This one goes with anything on the table.

• Italian Mac and Cheese
  A family favorite, this one’s extra creamy but not as heavy as other macs.

• Crockpot Creamed Corn
  So much better than canned and easy to make with fresh or frozen kernels.

• Sausage Cranberry Apple Stuffing
  The sweet, savory, and herb flavors are perfect for any Easter dinner.

• Oven Roasted Corn
  Bake enough corn on the cob for everyone in one go!

• Candied Bacon Wrapped Corn
  A perfect sweet-and-savory combo, made with 3 simple ingredients.

SPRING VEGETABLE SIDES

Make the most of the garden harvest, adding simple additions like lemon, herbs, and olive oil to bring out each veggie’s natural flavors. We have a full list of Spring dinner ideas right here.

• Grilled Asparagus
  This veggie tastes fantastic with everything from ham and chicken to salmon.

• Brown Sugar Roasted Carrots
  Perfectly caramelized with warmth from dried thyme.

• Garlic Roasted Brussels Sprouts
  These turn out tender and flavorful, not mushy at all!

• Baked Zucchini Chips
  Crispy breaded veggies, perfect for snacking or dipping.

• Garlic Roasted Broccoli
  Ready in 30 minutes or less with fresh broccoli, garlic, red onion, and spices.

• Rosemary Roasted Onions
  Sweet, caramelized onions baked in a tangy lemon Dijon dressing.

• Sweet and Spicy Pan Fried Brussel Sprouts
  Add a kick to your holiday spread with these Asian-style sprouts.

• Green Beans with Garlic
  No mushy beans here! These are perfectly tender-crisp with bright color and a hint of lemon.

• Pico de Gallo
  Easy to make in a few minutes, this flavorful condiment doubles as an appetizer if needed.

EASTER SALADS

Whenever I’m imagining new ideas for Easter dinner, my mind always goes to salads first.

There are just so many ways to mix and match flavors, from green salads with seasonal produce to lighter, vinegar-based recipes that contrast heavier mains or sides.

• Spinach Strawberry Salad
  An incredible combination of sweet and tangy with creamy avocado and candied pecans.

• Easy Broccoli Salad
  Sweet pops of raisins, crunchy bites of onion, and a homemade dressing make this one extra special.

• Creamy Cucumber Salad
  Throw this one together in 10 minutes or less, including the dill dressing.

• Olive Garden Salad and Italian Dressing
  Even better than the restaurant version, this is a staple for Easter… Italian or otherwise!

• Cucumber Tomato Salad
  Brings garden-fresh flavors together with a bright and creamy lemon poppyseed dressing.

• Summer Slaw
  Light, flavorful, and goes with everything from pork to potatoes.

• Cucumber Onion Salad
  Pairs well with any of these Easter dinner ideas and is one of my personal favorites!

• Easy Vegetable Salad
  This one has a tangy basil vinaigrette that highlights the natural flavor of the veggies.

• Simple Cole Slaw
  A must-have for potlucks, this creamy and crunchy salad is great with ham or pork.

FRUIT SALADS

Always a winner to kids and adults alike! Fresh fruit brightens up the plate and lets you sneak a little sweetness in before making your way to the treat table.

• Orange Honey Rainbow Fruit Salad
  Vibrant flavors meet bright colors and a tangy, sweet honey citrus dressing.

• Tropical Fruit Salad
  A rich, cream cheese base plays well with the sweet and tangy fruit.

• Mojito Fruit Salad
  Inspired by classic cocktail flavors of lime and mint, plus honey to sweeten it all up.

• Strawberry Pineapple Ambrosia Salad
  A modern take on the vintage Easter recipe that brings sunshine to the table.

And don’t forget about our famous cheesecake salads. Sure, they might qualify as dessert… but no judgement here!

• Grape Salad
  Crisp, juicy grapes coated in cheesecake filling and topped with crunchy bits of granola.

• Hawaiian Cheesecake Salad
  A tropical blend of strawberries, mangoes, pineapple, kiwi, and mandarin oranges.

• Peach Cobbler Cheesecake Salad
  With heavenly bits of crunchy “cobbler” in every bite!

• Summer Berry Cheesecake Salad
  Enjoy sweet, triple berry flavor with just 5 ingredients.

• Pina Colada Cheesecake Salad
  Pineapple, strawberry, and mandarin fruit salad tossed with a coconut rum cheesecake filling.

• Strawberry Banana Cheesecake Salad
  Classic fruit combo smothered in a sweet and tangy pudding-like mixture.

• Millionaire Cheesecake Salad
  Not your grandma’s ambrosia salad! This one’s got pineapple, maraschino cherries, coconut flakes, marshmallows, and crunchy pecans.

• Lemon Berry Cheesecake Salad
  Tangy citrus cheesecake filling meets a juicy blend of strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries.

• Banana Split Cheesecake Salad
  Sweet bananas and berries, plus pineapple chunks and maraschino cherries, with peanuts and a drizzle of chocolate sauce.

MAKE-AHEAD COLD SALADS

These recipes are life-savers when you’re preparing a feast. Work on these the day before, so it’s one less thing to worry about in the hustle and bustle.

• Southern Macaroni Salad
  Perfectly creamy, with a tangy dressing and some crunch from veggies.

• Hawaiian Tortellini Salad
  Like a party in your mouth! Great with Easter dinner or as a way to use up leftover ham.

• Southern Potato Salad
  This one tastes just like Nana used to make and is always a staple on our table.

• Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad
  Fresh veggies, tangy feta, and briny Kalamata olives meet cheese-stuffed pasta.

• Muffaletta Tortellini Salad
  All the flavors of the classic sandwich… and another great recipe for leftover ham!

• Antipasto Pasta Salad
  Looking for more Italian Easter dinner ideas? This one has everything you crave from an antipasto platter.

• Shrimp Pasta Salad
  Bring some Cajun flavor to your Easter table! This one tastes just like a Po’ Boy sandwich.

• Pizza Pasta Salad
  Combines pepperoni, bacon, olives, and parmesan with tender tortellini and fresh veggies.

• Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad
  This one has all the best casserole flavors, but in a refreshing, chilled dish.

• Tuscan Tortellini Salad
  A stress-free Easter potluck side that everyone will love, packed with classic Italian flavor.

BREADS AND ROLLS

With all the Easter dinner ideas and recipes, it can be easy for bread to get lost in the mix! Enjoy fluffy dinner rolls, sweet breads, and savory loaves for sharing.

• Italian Easter Bread
  A holiday staple in our house. Tender, sweet dough braided and baked with a colorful egg in the center.

• Texas Roadhouse Rolls
  Fluffy, buttery, and lightly sweetened with honey. Don’t forget the cinnamon butter!

• Beer Bread
  Super flavorful and wonderfully fluffy without any yeast. Easy to customize the flavor too.

• Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits
  Easier (and tastier) than a box mix and ready in 20 minutes!

• No Yeast Bread
  5 ingredients and no mixer needed. Make a couple of loaves for the table.

EASTER DESSERTS

Bring spring colors to the table with snackable bites, layered sweets, and easy crowd desserts that can be made ahead.

And of course, this list of easter dinner dish ideas wouldn’t be complete without carrot cake!

• Bunny Bait
  A sweet and salty popcorn mix pretzels, M&Ms, sprinkles, and colorful candy coating.

• Cadbury Egg-Inspired Easter Trifle
  Vanilla pudding, homemade marshmallow fluff, Oreo pieces, and chocolate layered into a colorful treat.

• Spring Pinwheel Cookies
  Make soft and chewy sugar cookies with a colorful swirl and sprinkles on the edges.

• Easter Crockpot Candy
  A simple yet impressive 3 ingredient dessert!

• Reese’s Fudge
  Luscious peanut butter fudge with chocolate drizzle and chopped candy cups.

• Strawberry Pretzel Salad Cups
  Buttery pretzel crumbs topped with fluffy cream cheese filling and fresh berry slices.

• Chocolate Covered Marshmallow Trifle
  A scrumptious 7 layer dessert inspired by Mallomars.

• Blue Ribbon Fudgy Brownies
  Hands down the best brownies, made from scratch in one bowl.

• Starbucks Lemon Loaf
  Tender, moist, and topped with a sweet lemon glaze. Better than the coffeehouse version!

SPRINGTIME CAKES

Find classic layer cakes that make the perfect centerpiece, easy dump cake recipes for something quick and sweet, and a few no bake options you can make ahead.

• Best Ever Carrot Cake
  A true showstopper with sweet carrot flavor, plenty of spice, and crunchy pecans.

• Triple Chocolate Cake
  Chocolate lovers rejoice! This one’s got triple cake layers with buttercream frosting and mini chocolate chips.

• Strawberry Icebox Cake
  A no bake dessert with layers of cookies, cream, and sweet berries.

• Lemon Pound Cake
  The perfect light bite after a heavy meal. Easy to dress up with powdered sugar and raspberries or blueberries.

• Peach Cobbler Dump Cake
  Transform canned peaches and pantry ingredients into a sweet and fluffy treat.

• Lemon Icebox Cake
  Cool and creamy layers of lemon and cheesecake pudding surround tender shortbread cookies.

• Cherry Dump Cake
  Who knew a 3-ingredient cake could be so delicious? Cherry filling, cake mix, butter, and done.

• Berry Icebox Cake
  Layer mixed berries with graham crackers, lemon cream cheese filling, and whipped cream. Like a shortcut shortcake!

• Lemon Dump Cake
  This one’s sunshine in a pan. Lemony freshness, gooey texture, and just enough crunch.

• Crockpot Cheesecake
  Let the slow cooker make dessert for you! This one’s great with a variety of toppings.

• Blueberry Lemon Cake
  Combine springtime flavors with a whipped cream cheese frosting. Make it from scratch or with a box mix.

Enjoy!

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Originally published April 2020, updated and republished March 2026

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When you need an easy to make dessert for a potluck or church potlucks, holiday side dish, or summer cookout, no bake desserts are a great choice.

They curb that sweet craving, and are a simple quick treat. 

It’s a family favorite in my house, and for good reason. Not only is it a no bake dessert – but this easy recipe uses basic ingredients that are simple to pick up at the grocery store! 

And the best part? This easy Oreo fluff recipe taste like it took a lot of time, but your secret is safe with me! 

Sweet, light desserts like Jello salad are popular and delicious, but our favorite dessert recipe involves Oreo® cookies!

Every time I’ve ever made this Oreo fluff salad recipe, it’s been a huge hit. 

People tell me that it’s one of their favorite recipes that I make, and I’m totally fine with that because fluff salads are a breeze to whip up! 

The printable recipe card below has all the details on how to make this sweet dessert. 

Oreo Fluff Recipe

Sweet and creamy is an understatement for this delicious Oreo cookie salad dessert! 

Our Oreo salad is made of whipped cream, instant pudding mix, mini marshmallows, and crushed Oreos.

Want something a little more refreshing? This pineapple pina colada cheesecake salad is a favorite, as well as this circus cookie fluff, and this pistachio fluff Watergate salad especially during the summer months for potlucks!

Or, for a cookie-inspired dessert similar to this Oreo fluff dessert, make a cookies and cream trifle.

If you love a creamy no bake fluff dessert, you have to try this keto cheesecake fluff — all the indulgence with none of the guilt!

Oreo Cookie Salad Ingredient Notes

• Cream Cheese – Either a softened block or tub of cream cheese will work. 
  
  Whipped cream cheese is not a good option; the air whipped into the mixture prevents the dessert from setting up properly.
  
• Instant Pudding Mix – Rather than the vanilla instant pudding called for in most fluff recipes, we use cheesecake flavored instant pudding mix. 
  
  The combination of cream cheese and pudding mix gives the Oreo cookie salad a creamy cheesecake flavor and consistency.
  
• Heavy Whipping Cream – You’ll use one half of the heavy cream to thicken the cheesecake pudding mix. 
  
  The other half is for making homemade whipped cream. Using a whipped topping like Cool Whip is an option, but the Oreo salad will have a much softer consistency.

Be sure to watch our video in this post to see how easy this no bake Oreo fluff dessert is to make.

Oreo Fluff Recipe Tips

• Quick Cookie Crushing Hack

If you have a food processor, use it to crush the cookies. Just be sure to use the pulse function so you end up with chunks instead of crumbs.

If you don’t have a food processor, place the cookies into a zip top bag and use a rolling pin or your hands to crush them.

• Chill the mixing bowl.

Metal retains cold better than glass, so if you have one, use a metal mixing bowl to combine the ingredients.

For the best results, pop it in the freezer for a few minutes before getting started.

• Don’t forget the garnish!

Set aside a few cookies for garnishing the Oreo fluff dessert. Use them whole, or turn them into crumbs to dust over the top of the dessert.

• Use Different Cookies

Feel free to swap out the chocolate sandwich cookies for another flavor. Mint Oreos would be super fun for the Oreo crumbs, and an easy swap to regular Oreos.

Try all the flavors and see which crushed Oreo cookies you like best. 

Any crunchy sandwich cookie with a creamy filling works great, like our peanut butter sandwich cookies. Soft cookies are not a good choice; they become too soggy. 

Fluff Salad FAQ

Enjoy!

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Easy Oreo Fluff No Bake Dessert Recipe + Video

Our Oreo fluff is a no bake potluck dessert that tastes like Oreo cheesecake! Make a bowl of fluffy Oreo salad with just 7 ingredients!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Method Mixed

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 8 cups

Calories 743cal

Author Donna Elick

Ingredients

• 8 ounces cream cheese softened
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 3.4 ounce package of instant cheesecake pudding mix unprepared
• 3 cups heavy whipping cream divided
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 2 cups miniature marshmallows
• 14.3 ounce package Oreo cookies

Instructions

• In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and vanilla extract until fluffy.
• Add the cheesecake pudding mixture and beat until fully combined (mixture will be chunky).
• With the mixer (or hand beater) running on low speed, slowly drizzle 1 ½ cups of the heavy whipping cream into the cream cheese mixture. Beat well between the addition of small amounts (add only 1 tablespoon at a time).
• Add powdered sugar to the cheesecake mixture and continue beating until fully combined.
• In a separate mixing bowl, beat remaining 1 ½ cups of heavy cream until stiff peaks form.

  Use a spatula to gently fold the whipped cream into the cheesecake mixture until fully incorporated.
• In a large Ziploc bag, place most of the Oreo cookies, reserving a few whole cookies to use as garnish on the finished salad.
• Use a rolling pin to crush the Oreos into pieces (some can be larger chunks and some can be small crumbles).
• Add miniature marshmallows and crushed Oreos to the cheesecake mixture and stir gently to combine.
• Transfer mixture to a serving bowl, garnish with reserved Oreos and miniature marshmallows and serve immediately.

Video

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 743cal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 52g | Saturated Fat: 29g | Cholesterol: 129mg | Sodium: 487mg | Sugar: 45g | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 98mg | Iron: 6mg

Originally published June 2021, updated and republished November 2025

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No matter if you share or serve at home, I promise you that the fruity flavors and the creamy texture are sure to be a big hit!

The recipes below have all the tips on how to make this delicious salad in so many fun ways. They’re all perfect for a hot summer day! 

Cheesecake Salad Recipe

I’m so excited to share over 15 cheesecake salad recipes with you, each one more scrumptious than the last!

Every one of these dessert salads features the most luxuriously creamy cheesecake filling and plenty of sweet fruit. 

Plus, you’ll find mix-ins like mini marshmallows, crunchy nuts, or sandy cookies and graham crackers to tie it all together.

The best part? Every single one can be made in 30 minutes or less and without ever turning on your oven!

Fruit Cheesecake Salad Recipe Favorites

I love coming up with a new cheesecake salad recipe, but there are a few I come back to again and again.

They feature my favorite dessert flavors but are so easy to make… just what I need for a last-minute event!

Make Summer Berry Cheesecake Salad with just 5 ingredients — and 3 of those are the berries! 

And if you add some instant cheesecake pudding and swap the raspberries for bananas, you’ll have an even more festive red, white, and blue version for the Fourth!

I’m all about adding fresh berries and fresh strawberries because to me, those help to create the perfect summer salad. You could easily serve this as a refreshing side dish, or as a great dish to end any meal. 

Pineapple Upside Down Cheesecake Salad has all the flavor of the classic cake in creamy, dreamy form! 

With candied pecans, tart pineapple, and sweet maraschino cherries, there’s plenty of texture and crunch to go around. 

Add some pineapple rings to your bowl to make it extra impressive!

Make the creamiest Banana Pudding cheesecake fruit salad recipe in just 20 minutes! 

It has all the creamy and fluffy textures you love from the classic dessert, plus sandy Nilla Wafers scattered throughout.

Easy Recipe for Cheesecake Salad

Whether you have last-minute dinner guests or need something sweet NOW, you can count on simple dessert salads to save the day. 

Plus, you can make each of these recipes with 9 ingredients or less! 

Strawberry Banana Cheesecake Salad is one of our easiest cheesecake salad recipes with the fewest ingredients… but that doesn’t mean it’s lacking in flavor! 

Enjoy this classic pairing smothered in a sweet and tangy mixture with a secret ingredient to put it over the top.

Yum! It’s my go-to no bake dessert for patriotic holidays like Memorial Day and the Fourth of July, and I love changing things up and using seasonal fruits in it. 

Since this Dreamsicle fruit cheesecake salad recipe is made with canned mandarin oranges, you can enjoy it any time of year! 

It tastes just like the creamy, citrus ice cream treats from your childhood. You’ll be scraping the sides of the bowl! Literally one of my favorite desserts. 

My Snickers Apple Salad tastes just like taffy apples! With sweet caramel and candy bar pieces, no one will complain about eating their “apple a day.” 

I like to use a combo of Granny Smith and red Gala apples, but feel free to use your favorite! You could easily make this in a trifle dish or dish it into portion sizes in bowls. 

This Lemon Berry Cheesecake Salad Recipe will be your favorite summertime treat. It’s light, refreshing, and perfectly sweet — everything you crave at the end of a hot day. It’s always a huge hit. 

Cheesecake Fruit Salad Recipe Ideas

Explore some of our more unique flavor combinations, all inspired by classic dessert favorites! Your guests are sure to be asking for the recipe.

Enjoy all your favorite Banana Split flavors in this recipe for cheesecake salad — it’s like two desserts in one! Don’t forget plenty of chocolate syrup for serving!

Strawberry Pretzel Cheesecake Salad puts a creamy twist on the classic Jello dessert.

I like to candy the pretzels so they stay extra crunchy, perfectly complementing the juicy berries and creamy cheesecake filling.

Don’t feel like baking? This cheesecake fruit salad recipe tastes just like Peach Cobbler, thanks to crunchy “cobbler” bits scattered throughout the creamy filling! 

Stick with fresh fruit for this dessert — canned or frozen won’t taste the same.

This Millionaire Cheesecake Salad Recipe is another twist on a classic, combining pineapple chunks and maraschino cherries with mini marshmallows, crunchy pecans, and sweet coconut flakes in a luscious “dressing.” 

It makes any party theme feel like a million bucks! The recipe card has all the details on how you can whip up this easy cheesecake salad recipe! 

Simple Cheesecake Salad Recipes

To wrap up our roundup, we’re bringing it back to basics — flavors that everyone will love in a sweet and creamy dessert.

What’s sweeter than Cherry Pie? This cheesecake fruit salad recipe, of course! 

Canned pie filling makes this dessert even easier to make, and crushed graham crackers throughout tie it all together.

Pina Colada Cheesecake Salad is my latest obsession. It captures all the flavors of the popular tropical cocktail in a refreshing, sweet treat. 

Every bite is better than the last — you are going to go (coco)nuts over this recipe! I love loading it with delicious berries as the perfect dish for summer! And yes, I’ll add some whipped cream on top, too. 

Speaking of island flavors, my Hawaiian fruit cheesecake salad recipe combines fresh tropical fruit with a rich and creamy filling to create the most glorious fruit salad ever!!

This was one of my favorite new recipes that I made a few years back, and there was no way that I could eat just a little bit. 

Strawberry Lemonade Cheesecake Salad combines tart and sweet in the best way possible. It’s ready in just 15 minutes with only 8 ingredients.

The perfect finish to a backyard barbecue!!

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Originally published August 2018, updated and republished June 2025

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Every bite is absolutely bursting with flavor and you are going to go nuts over this peach cheesecake salad recipe!

New recipes like this show just how easy it can be to make a dessert salad! 

All you need are a few simple ingredients to get started, and you’ll love this simple summer fruit salad recipe! 

The cream cheese mixture makes a great dish that is one of the best creamy desserts. 

You can make this perfect combination for Memorial Day, or for your next party. Dish it into portion sizes so that everyone can enjoy that fruit flavor. 

You can also serve with vanilla wafer cookies and mini marshmallows to really turn this creamy cheesecake mixture into a super fun dessert! 

Follow the simple steps of this cheesecake fruit salad recipe on the recipe card below. It’s a winning recipe for any special occasion. 

Cheesecake Fruit Salad

I am a peach cobbler fiend (must be those southern Florida roots) with many peach cobbler recipe twists on our site.

As I was huddled over the sink devouring a fresh peach last week, wondering what incredible creation I would come up with this peach season, it hit me! 

Peach Cobbler Cheesecake Fruit Salad.

The combination of a rich and creamy cheesecake filling and flavorful fresh fruit creates an over the top decadent fruit salad unlike anything you have ever tried!

And fruit salad with cheesecake pudding really went all out with divine bits of candied cinnamon graham crackers as the ‘cobbler’ topping.

Try this sweet Pistachio Watergate Salad next! It’s my go-to for potlucks and picnics.

If you can’t get enough creative fruit salads, our Mexican Fruit Salad is a must-try — fresh, vibrant, and packed with bold chili-lime flavor in every bite.

Cheesecake Salad Recipe Tips

• Use fresh peaches. Canned peaches won’t have the right texture, and thawed frozen peaches will have too much liquid — no matter how many times you drain them. 
  
  Stick with fresh for this cheesecake fruit salad! (you can use other seasonal fruits as well for this creamy side dish) 
  
• Go slow. Do not pour all of the creamer into the cream cheese at once. It will get clumpy, and no matter how long you beat it, it will stay that way. Trust me on this one!
  
• Enjoy within a day or two. The longer the mixture sits, the softer the “cobbler” pieces will get. 
  
  Let that be your guide when preparing this cheesecake salad recipe, depending on how much crunch you like. It’s still a delicious salad no matter what, but the texture will change. 

What You Will Need

• Electric Hand Mixer – I have had this one in my kitchen for what seems like forever — at least 8 years.  
• Rimmed Baking Sheets – Used for everything from cookies to roasting, a good baking pan will last for years.

Cheesecake Salad FAQ

How to Prep Peach Cheesecake Salad Ahead

1. Prepare the cheesecake mixture and refrigerate in a bowl. 
2. Prep the peaches and refrigerate. 
3. Before serving, drain any excess liquid from the fruit, then fold the cheesecake filling into the fruit. 

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Peach Cobbler Cheesecake Fruit Salad Recipe + Video

Cheesecake Fruit Salad features fresh peaches, creamy cheesecake filling, and bits of cobbler topping. A super quick dessert salad recipe!

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Method Mixed, Oven

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 30 minutes minutes

Servings 16

Calories 212cal

Author Donna Elick

Ingredients

Topping

• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into pieces
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
• 9 graham cracker sheets crumbled into little pieces
• 2 teaspoons granulated sugar

Cheesecake Salad

• 8 ounces cream cheese softened
• 3.4 ounces instant cheesecake pudding mix unprepared
• 1 cup liquid French vanilla creamer
• 8 medium peaches (about 4 pounds) pitted and cut into bite-size pieces

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare a baking sheet by lining with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
• In a medium size microwave safe bowl, combine brown sugar, butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg. Stir to combine. Microwave 30 seconds at a time until the mixture is bubbly and the sugar is melted.

  Add the crumbled graham crackers and stir until the graham cracker pieces are coated well.
• Pour mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and sprinkle with granulated sugar (this will give it a real crisp coating).

  Bake until golden brown, about 10-12 minutes. Allow to cool.
• While the topping bakes, in a tall bowl (I use an 8-cup glass measuring cup), use an electric mixer to whip cream cheese until it becomes smooth. It may bind up in the beaters, but continue as-is; it will loosen up.
• Add the dry pudding mix and mix on high speed until well combined.
• With the mixer on low speed, slowly add the creamer to the cream cheese mixture (SEE NOTES). Add it about a tablespoon at a time and then mix until it becomes a smooth mixture and all of the creamer has combined into the cream cheese. Repeat until all of the creamer has been added to the mixture. Whip until smooth.
• Fold the peaches into the cheesecake mixture. Chill until ready to serve or serve immediately.
• Just before serving, add the topping and stir to combine.

Video

Notes

1. Do not pour all of the creamer into the cream cheese at once. It will get clumpy and no matter how long you beat it, it will stay that way. Trust me on this one.
2. The topping will soften in the cheesecake filling. The longer it is in the filling, the softer it becomes, so use your best judgment. I like crunchy pieces, and my daughter likes them soft.

Make Ahead Instructions
Prepare the cheesecake mixture and refrigerate in a bowl. Prep the peaches and refrigerate. Before serving, drain any excess liquid from the fruit and then fold the cheesecake filling into the fruit. Finish by stirring in the topping. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1 cup | Calories: 212cal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 274mg | Sugar: 21g | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 1mg

Originally published July 2017. Updated and republished May 2025

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Strawberry Lemonade Cheesecake Salad

Indulge yourself in this dreamy fruit salad — it tastes exactly like a strawberry lemon cheesecake and is no bake to boot!

And making it is as easy as 1-2-3. Whip the cream cheese mixture in one bowl, the heavy cream in another, and then fold together with fresh berries.

Desserts like this lemonade cheesecake salad are my favorite during the summer months when I want something sweet, but it’s too hot to turn on the oven.

You’ll find combinations that taste like a Dreamsicle or pineapple upside down cake, and even one to remind you of your favorite peach cobbler!

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

• Cream Cheese – Use a full-fat block for the best flavor and texture. You’ll need to soften it on the counter first.
  
• Frozen Juice Concentrate – I used a pink lemonade variety, but regular yellow lemonade concentrate can be used instead.
  
  Be sure to thaw it in the refrigerator overnight before getting started!
  
• Instant Pudding Mix – Here’s where we get the cheesecake flavor in this lemonade cheesecake salad!
  
  Check the label carefully, since “instant” is the only kind that will set up correctly!
  
• Powdered Sugar – Sweetens the cheesecake mixture and won’t leave a gritty texture like granulated sugar would.
  
• Vanilla – Brings out the natural flavor and sweetness of the other ingredients and is a must in any cheesecake recipe.
  
• Lemon – You only need the zest for this recipe, and be sure it’s grated fine so the flavor is in every bite of the dessert.
  
  In a pinch, substitute this with the tiniest amount of lemon extract — about ½ teaspoon or less.
  
• Heavy Cream – Whip to stiff peaks to make easy, homemade whipped cream. It adds a fluffy, cloud-like texture to the dessert.
  
  Or, swap it out with an 8-ounce container of Cool Whip. Just remember to thaw it as well so it’s soft enough to fold into the strawberry lemonade cheesecake salad.
  
• Strawberries – This recipe uses two pounds of fresh strawberries, but you could easily add extra if you would like it to be more fruit-based. Raspberries would also be a tasty addition.

Tips and Tricks to Make Perfect Pink Lemonade Cheesecake Salad

• Add the ingredients in the order they are listed.

Unfortunately, you can’t just dump everything in a bowl and get to mixing! Start by beating the cream cheese to ensure it’s lump-free, then add the lemonade concentrate until evenly mixed.

The powdered sugar and pudding mix come next to thicken it all up, then just 1 cup of the heavy cream to make it fluffy.

Add the heavy cream a little at a time, beating really well in between each pour to get the best texture.

• Chill your bowl and beaters before whipping the cream.

And speaking of beaters, you’ll want to use the whisk attachment for this job! It also helps to use a stainless steel bowl if you have one since it will stay chilled longer.

Pop them in the fridge or freezer for a few minutes, then pour in the cream straight from the refrigerator and start the mixer. The colder it is, the faster it will transform into fluff!

• Short on time?

I’ve had to throw this strawberry lemonade cheesecake salad together for last-minute potlucks before, so I know all the tricks.

Unwrap the block of cream cheese and place it on a microwave-safe plate. Heat in the microwave on High for 15 seconds, adding 5-second increments as needed until it’s softened.

To thaw the frozen lemonade, fill a bowl or tall cup with hot tap water and submerge the container for 10 to 15 minutes.

If there’s still a solid chunk once it’s been opened, smash it with a wooden spoon and stir it into the rest of the liquid.

Prep Ahead

• Make the cream cheese mixture
• Wash and slice strawberries

Kitchen Tools You Will Need

• Electric Hand Mixer – I’ve had this one in my kitchen forever, and it still works beautifully.
• Mixing Bowls – I like to have a variety of sizes on hand, and this set has them all.
• A sturdy Silicone Spatula can be used for scraping, stirring, and smoothing and is easy to clean!
• Citrus Zester – Easier to use than a box grater in my opinion! It’s perfect for chocolate shavings too.

Storage and Make Ahead Tips

Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. It starts to lose its fluffy texture the longer it sits, so enjoy within 2 to 3 days.

If you would like to prep your pink lemonade cheesecake salad early, chop up the strawberries and make the cream cheese pudding mixture.

Store in separate containers in the refrigerator up to a day in advance.

When you are ready to serve, whip and fold in the heavy cream. Then, drain off the berries and stir them in.

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Strawberry Lemonade Cheesecake Salad

Strawberry Lemonade Cheesecake Salad is a creamy blend of tart and sweet. This dessert salad recipe is perfect for a potluck or BBQ dish!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Method No Bake

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 16 makes 8 cups

Calories 274cal

Author Donna Elick

Ingredients

• 8 ounce cream cheese softened
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup frozen pink lemonade concentrate thawed
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 3.4 ounce package of instant cheesecake pudding mix unprepared
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 3 cups heavy whipping cream divided
• 2 pounds fresh strawberries hulled and cut into bite-sized pieces

Instructions

• In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with vanilla extract until fluffy.
• Beat in pink lemonade concentrate and lemon zest until fully combined.
• Add the cheesecake pudding mixture and the powdered sugar and beat until fully combined.
• With the mixer (or hand beater) running on low speed, slowly drizzle 1 cup of the heavy cream into the cream cheese mixture. Beat well between the addition of small amounts (add only 1 tablespoon at a time).
• In a separate mixing bowl, beat remaining 2 cups of heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
• Use a spatula to gently fold the whipped cream into the cheesecake mixture until fully incorporated.
• Add strawberries and gently stir to combine (reserve a few strawberries for topping the salad.)
• Transfer mixture to a serving bowl, garnish with reserved strawberries and a few lemon slices.

Notes

Storage: Cover with plastic wrap or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 274cal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 141mg | Sugar: 16g | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 1mg

Originally published July 2021, updated and republished May 2025

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Strawberry Cheesecake Salad

If you’re a long-time reader, you know that this strawberry cheesecake salad is not the first of its kind. 

I’ve got nearly a dozen different cheesecake salad recipes ranging from tropical to patriotic and everything in between!

This version is a play on that old-fashioned strawberry pretzel salad we all used to eat growing up.

Seriously… there was always a big tray front and center at every potluck dessert table, family party, and gathering. It makes sense — it’s insanely delicious!!

The flavors in this strawberry pretzel salad in a bowl will dance over your tongue, creating an incredible dessert you’ll want to make again and again. No, I’m not being dramatic, and yes, it’s that good.

This isn’t the only twist on this classic you’ll find on the site. I also have a recipe for Strawberry Pretzel Salad in a Cup — perfect for individually-portioned desserts!

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

• Cream Cheese – Provides a rich and tangy cheesecake flavor and creamy base for the salad. I like full-fat best here!
  
• Heavy Whipping Cream – Lightens up the texture of the cream cheese so the base becomes light and airy when combined with the instant pudding.
  
• Instant Cheesecake Pudding Mix – Acts as the thickening agent for the cream mixture and adds even more cheesecake flavor.
  
• Powdered Sugar – Sweetens the cheesecake component without adding any texture like granulated sugar would.
  
• Fresh Strawberries – Our star ingredient!! Well, other than the cream cheese maybe. The berries add color, sweetness, and a pop of juice!
  
• Strawberry Jello Mix – For even more strawberry flavor. I also love the pink color!
  
• Candied Pretzels – I make them myself using pretzels, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and unsalted butter.
  
  They come out SO good every time, you guys, and really elevate the taste and presentation of the strawberry cheesecake dessert salad — plus it’s so easy!

Tips and Tricks to Make Perfect Strawberry Pretzel Salad in a Bowl

• Soften the cream cheese.

If you try to use it straight out of the refrigerator, you’ll end up with a lumpy mess.

Pull it out and let it sit on the counter while you work on the candied pretzels, and it should be ready to go when you need it.

• Use more fruit.

Since this play on strawberry pretzel cheesecake is very rich as written, you can increase the amount of berries if you’d like.

I used about 2 pounds total, so I would suggest using about 3 pounds of strawberries to mellow the whole thing out!

• Too thick?

You can use a combination of 1 cup heavy cream and ½ cup milk instead of all heavy cream for a thinner, silkier consistency.

If it’s already mixed, add a splash of milk to loosen it up!

• Add the pretzels last.

While they will stay crunchy for a while, they can start to discolor the surrounding cheesecake mixture.

If you won’t be enjoying your strawberry cheesecake salad right away, stir in the pretzels just before serving.

Prep Ahead

• Make the candied pretzels
• Soften the cream cheese
• Hull and chop strawberries

Kitchen Tools You Will Need

• Baking Sheets lined with Parchment Paper – Used for anything from cookies to roasting, a good baking pan will last for years.
• Stand Mixer or large mixing bowl with Hand Mixer for whipping up the cheesecake base.
• Mixing Bowls – I like to have a variety of sizes on hand, and this set has them all.
• Silicone Spatula – A sturdy silicone spatula makes mixing my strawberry cheesecake salad thoroughly and gently a breeze.

Serving Suggestions

This is such a good one for parties!! I’ve been known to bring along my strawberry pretzel salad in a bowl to cookouts, birthdays, anniversaries, baby showers… and even the holidays!

Its fresh and fruity flavors offer such a nice contrast after a heavier meal. We love it for Easter especially, and it’s super fun for Valentine’s Day too!

And remember, if strawberry pretzel cheesecake flavor isn’t your jam, I’ve got a bunch of variations to choose from. Cherry pie, banana pudding, circus cookie, and orange dreamsicle are just a few!

Storing Leftovers

When kept covered in plastic or in an airtight container, my strawberry cheesecake pretzel dessert should stay fresh for up to 3 days. 

Keep in mind that the crunchy bits will start to soften over time, so you may want to leave those out and stir in a few each time you dish it up.

Like most recipes with a lot of dairy (other than a straight-up cheesecake), this one doesn’t freeze very well.

Actually, I should really say it doesn’t thaw very well — it will become overly watery and the pretzels won’t hold up either!

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Strawberry Cheesecake Salad with Pretzels

Strawberry Cheesecake Salad is a creamy twist on a classic! With fresh berries, candied pretzels, and a rich cheesecake base, it's divine!!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Method Mixed, No Bake

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 10 makes 5 cups

Calories 424cal

Author Donna Elick

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract divided
• 1 1/2 cups lightly crushed pretzels
• 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
• 8 ounces cream cheese softened
• 1 3.4 ounce package of instant cheesecake pudding mix unprepared
• 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1/3 cup powdered sugar
• 3 tablespoons strawberry jello mix unprepared
• 2 pounds fresh strawberries hulled and cut into bite-sized pieces

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside.
• In a medium mixing bowl, add brown sugar and butter, cut into pieces. Microwave in 30 second increments, stirring between, until mixture is bubbling and sugar is dissolved into the butter. (this took 1 minute total in my microwave)
• Stir in vanilla extract. Add the pretzel pieces and stir until fully coated.
• Transfer the pretzel mixture to the prepared sheet pan and sprinkle with granulated sugar.
• Bake for 10 -12 minutes, stirring halfway through baking.
• Remove candied pretzels from the oven and stir to recoat pretzels with any of the sugar mixture that has spread onto the baking sheet. Allow pretzels to cool completely.
• In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until fluffy.
• Add the cheesecake pudding mixture and beat until fully combined (mixture will be chunky).
• With the mixer (or hand beater) running on low speed, slowly drizzle heavy cream into the cream cheese mixture. Beat well between the addition of small amounts (add only 1 tablespoon at a time).
• Add powdered sugar and strawberry jello and continue beating until fully combined. 11. Add fresh strawberries and candied pretzels to the mixture and stir to combine. 12. Transfer mixture to a serving bowl and serve immediately.

Notes

Cover with plastic wrap or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 424cal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 378mg | Sugar: 31g | Fiber: 2g | Calcium: 74mg | Iron: 1mg

Originally published June 2021, updated and republished May 2025

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What I love about this tart dessert bowl is that it’s an easy dessert recipe. And the best part? 

You can make this potluck favorite with just a few minutes of time. 

The sweet candy bars paired with the tart Granny Smith apples create an epic candy apple salad every time. 

I’ve made this for a lot of family dinner gatherings, and it gets rave reviews every single time. 

It’s a crowd pleaser, without a doubt! This is why it’s one of my favorite recipes! To see the simple ingredients needed to make this Snicker apple salad, check out the printable recipe card below. 

Snickers Apple Salad

Next time you are struggling with what to take to a potluck or get-together, this taffy apple salad with Snickers is sure to impress. 

It’s rich and sweet — everyone will devour it!

You can throw this caramel apple salad recipe together in a matter of minutes. So it’s great for people who don’t plan ahead!

All of you apple lovers won’t want to miss my mind blowing good, pie bombs! They really are an explosion of goodness in every bite. 

For a sweet treat try our chocolate covered apple slices, they are fabulous!

Or if you are in the mood for cake, the glaze on this bundt cake is good enough to eat with a spoon. Try my hot cider to warm up on those chilly nights.

Caramel Apple Salad Tips and Tricks

• Cut the fruit uniformly. It’s much easier to eat Snickers Apple Salad when the pieces are all cut evenly and bite-sized.
  
• Don’t rush it. When pouring the cream into the cream cheese, do so slowly. It’s important to pour a little bit at a time so you don’t end up with lumps.
  
• Soften the cream cheese. If you start with cold cream cheese right of out the fridge, it’s going to be lumpy! 
  
  Instead, place the cream cheese on the counter 45 minutes to 1 hour before you begin or warm it in the microwave at 50% power for 20 – 30 seconds.
  
• Thicker is better! When it comes to caramel sauce, always reach for a thicker sauce. 
  
  If you go with something thin like ice cream sauce, it’s going to be too runny and simply blend into your caramel apple snicker salad.

How to Prevent Apples from Browning

Because everything in this caramel apple Snicker salad is coated in the cream cheese mixture, the apples don’t typically brown.

That said, there are a few tricks you can use to ensure a gorgeous presentation!

• Citrus Juice: Add 1 tablespoon of lemon or lime juice to 1 cup of water. Soak the chopped apples for 3 to 5 minutes, then rinse and pat dry.
  
• Salt Water: Dissolve 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt in 1 cup of water. Soak apple pieces for 10 minutes, then drain. There’s no need to rinse, but you can if you would like.
  
• Ginger Ale: Cover diced apples in ginger ale and soak for 3 to 5 minutes. Drain, rinse, and pat dry before making your taffy apple salad with Snickers.

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Snickers Apple Salad (Cheesecake Salad Recipe) + Video

Snickers Apple Salad is a delicious dessert filled with sweetened cream cheese, Granny Smith & Red Delicious apples, Snickers bars, and caramel sauce.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Method Mixed

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 8

Calories 1081cal

Author Donna Elick

Ingredients

• 16 ounces cream cheese 2 8-ounce packages
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 4 medium apples cut into bite-size pieces (I used 2 green Granny Smith and 2 red Gala)
• 20 bite-size Snickers candy bars cut into bite-size pieces (or 3 king size)
• 1/4 cup caramel sauce

Instructions

• In a medium tall bowl, using an electric mixer, whip cream cheese until it becomes smooth. It may bind up in the beaters, but continue as is and it will loosen up.
• Add cream, powdered sugar and vanilla to the cream cheese. Mix until it becomes a smooth mixture and all of the creamer has combined into the cream cheese.
• Whip until smooth, light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
• Add apples to the cheesecake mixture. Gently fold the apples in as you add them to help prevent browning.
• Transfer apple cheesecake salad to a serving bowl. Sprinkle salad with bite-size candy bar pieces and drizzle with caramel sauce.
• Chill until ready to serve or serve immediately.
• Enjoy!

Video

Notes

If you would like to substitute, 1 cup French vanilla creamer can be used in place of the cream, powdered sugar and vanilla.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 1081cal | Carbohydrates: 112g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 64g | Saturated Fat: 31g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 552mg | Sugar: 92g | Fiber: 5g | Calcium: 216mg | Iron: 1mg

Originally published October 2016, updated and republished April 2025

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Every bite of this peanut butter cream cheese dessert is absolutely dreamy and delicious! 

Is this a delicious dip? Is this an easy dessert? Yes – and yes! This peanut butter fluff dessert can be anything that you want it to be! 

You can dip fresh fruit into it, or pile it high on chocolate graham crackers. New recipes like this should be enjoyed however you would like. 

I like to grab a spoon and take a bite out of this creamy dip – because why not? 

You can also dip apple slices into this easy recipe or just make it as a fun dessert for family gatherings and birthday parties. 

This creamy peanut butter fluff dip is a fluffy dessert with a creamy texture, and there’s literally no wrong way or time to eat it. 

It’s also super fun for movie nights, a game day celebration, or your next party. Just scoop into portion sizes and let everyone enjoy the fun flavor! 

Simple ingredients create the best Reese’s peanut butter fluff! 

Peanut Butter Fluff

The peanut butter flavor isn’t too overpowering, and there are little bits of crunchy peanuts scattered throughout.

Plus, this peanut butter fluff recipe is loaded with chopped-up sandwich cookies and peanut butter cups, so it’s sure to satisfy any chocoholic. 

A drizzle of homemade ganache puts it right over the top!

I’ve got plenty of other cheesecake salad recipes to choose from, whether you’re craving something extra sweet or a little bit fruity. 

I’ve also got plenty of Reese’s inspired recipes, like these Reese’s Brownie Cookies!

There’s even an Oreo fluff with just the cookies but no peanut butter, so it’s a great option for anyone with nut allergies!

We also have a circus cookie fluff that’s creamy & light, and this Pistachio Fluff Watergate Salad that’s always my go-to for potlucks & picnics!

How To Make Peanut Butter Cream Cheese Dessert Salad

1. Separately prepare the cream cheese mixture and whipped cream.
   
   Prepare the cheesecake mixture in one bowl and whip up the heavy cream in another. Combine the two by folding them into each other until well incorporated.
   
2. Add the cookies and peanut butter cups.
   
   Stir in the chopped-up Oreos and peanut butter cups, saving a handful to sprinkle on as a garnish.
    
3. Transfer peanut butter fluff to a bowl and top with ganache. 
   
   Spoon the peanut butter and cream cheese dessert into a serving bowl, then drizzle homemade ganache over the top.

Once it’s all put together, all that’s left to do is dig in!

Helpful Tips and Tricks

• Create a silkier texture. Substitute regular milk for part or all of the heavy cream in the cream cheese mixture.
  
• Add some variety. Feel free to stir chocolate chips, peanut butter morsels, or even some Reese’s Pieces into the peanut butter and cream cheese mixture for extra crunch!
  
• Want to save some time? Instead of whipping the cream by hand, substitute a container of Cool Whip instead. 
  
  Be sure to thaw it in the refrigerator before using it in this peanut butter fluff recipe. 
  
  You can also replace the ganache with chocolate syrup or hot fudge if you prefer.
  
• Allow the ganache to cool. A few minutes should do it, just so it’s slightly warm to the touch. 
  
  Otherwise, the heat will melt the creamy filling of the peanut butter fluff.

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Peanut Butter Fluff (Reese’s Cheesecake Salad) + Video

Peanut Butter Fluff is a decadent cream cheese dessert that will make your taste buds sing! Make this cheesecake salad recipe in 20 minutes!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Method Microwave

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 8

Calories 1044cal

Author Donna Elick

Ingredients

• 8 ounces cream cheese softened
• 8 ounces crunchy peanut butter
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 3.4 ounces instant cheesecake pudding mix unprepared
• 3 cups heavy whipping cream divided (plus a bit more for the ganache drizzle)
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 8 Oreo cookies coarsely chopped (halved or quartered)
• 15 ounces Reese’s peanut butter cups we used 10 ounces standard size and 5 ounces of mini cups
• 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions

• In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese, peanut butter, and vanilla extract until fluffy.
• Add unprepared cheesecake pudding mix and beat until fully combined. The mixture will be chunky.
• Using a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, (or an electric hand mixer) running on low speed, slowly incorporate, 1-2 tablespoons at a time, a total of 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream into the cream cheese mixture.

  Beat well between each addition of cream.

  Add powdered sugar to the cheesecake mixture and continue beating until fully combined.
• In a separate mixing bowl, beat remaining 1 ½ cups of heavy cream until stiff peaks form.

  Use a spatula to gently fold the whipped cream into the cheesecake mixture until fully incorporated.
• Chop Oreo cookies and Reese’s peanut butter cups into large chunks. Stir cookies and peanut butter cups into the cheesecake mixture, reserving a few to garnish the top of the dessert.
• Transfer the cream cheese dessert to a serving bowl and top with reserved candy/cookies.
• For a chocolate ganache topping, heat ½ cup chocolate chips with 3 tablespoons of heavy cream for about 30 seconds in the microwave.

  Whisk together the cream and chocolate until fully combined and silky smooth. Allow to cool for a few minutes.
• Drizzle the chocolate ganache over the top of the prepared dessert and serve more on the side for drizzling over individual portions.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 1044cal | Carbohydrates: 73g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 79g | Saturated Fat: 37g | Cholesterol: 133mg | Sodium: 656mg | Sugar: 57g | Fiber: 5g | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 3mg

Originally published September 2021, updated and republished March 2025

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Orange Dreamsicle Salad

Creamy cheesecake dressing and fluffy marshmallows are combined with canned mandarin oranges to create a heavenly orange dreamsicle salad.

While there are several steps to this recipe, it’s really quite simple to put together! Refreshing enough for a hot summer day and a great addition to any potluck or barbecue.

Transform your favorite desserts into cheesecake salads with my banana split or caramel apple candy versions. Both are rich and luxurious enough to satisfy any sweet tooth!

If you’re craving more citrus, I have one featuring lemon and summer berries or another made with tropical fruits and nuts for a little extra crunch.

And if this particular dessert is a bit rich for you, I have a 3 ingredient recipe for orange creamsicle rice pudding you might like! Or a dreamy light and fluffy mandarin cake with a creamy pineapple frosting..

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

• Cream Cheese – Regular block cream cheese is perfect for this dreamsicle salad recipe.
  
  You’ll need to transfer it from the refrigerator to the counter about 30 minutes before getting started.
  
• Vanilla Extract – Adds a little sweetness and enhances the other flavors.
  
• Instant Pudding Mix – I love the flavor of cheesecake pudding mix in this orange salad with mandarin oranges.
  
  You’ll be mixing the powder with the cream cheese, so no need for the extra milk listed on the package.
  
  You could also substitute vanilla or French vanilla pudding mix — as long as it’s instant!
  
• Orange Juice Concentrate – This is the kind in a can, found in the frozen section of the store. Don’t thaw it first — it needs to be frozen to get the right texture!
  
• Heavy Whipping Cream – You’ll need a little to make the cheesecake mixture soft and creamy, then more to add the perfect fluffy texture.
  
  Keep it chilled in the fridge until you’re ready to use it.
  
  Want a silkier texture? Replace the heavy cream with regular milk instead.
  
• Powdered Sugar – A much better texture for this dessert! It dissolves easily and won’t leave a gritty texture like granulated sugar would.
  
• Canned Mandarin Oranges – Sweeter and softer than the fresh kind — and with all the bitter pith already removed!
  
  Be sure to drain these well before mixing them in, and choose the kind in juice instead of syrup if you’d like them less sweet.
  
• Mini Marshmallows – Fluffy, chewy little pockets of sweetness add so much texture to this old fashioned mandarin orange salad.
  
  Avoid using larger marshmallows, but you could swap in colorful ones if you’d like!

Tips and Tricks to Make Old Fashioned Mandarin Orange Salad

• Soften the cream cheese before getting started.

Either let it sit on the counter for about 30 minutes, or place the unwrapped block on a plate and microwave for 10-15 seconds.

This makes it so much easier to blend with the other ingredients and ensures the cheesecake mixture is lump free!

• But keep the heavy cream nice and cold!

It also helps to chill your beaters and mixing bowl, and use a metal mixing bowl if you can.

Whipping heavy cream is easiest (and fastest) with a whisk attachment, but you can make it work with regular beaters if that’s all you have.

• Adjust the sweetness.

I only a small amount of powdered sugar to sweeten the cheesecake mixture, but you can add more after folding in the whipped cream if it tastes like it needs it. 

• Use Cool Whip for a time-saving shortcut.

Instead of whipping the heavy cream separately to fold into the mandarin salad, substitute a thawed container of the popular whipped topping.

You’ll shave a few minutes off this orange dreamsicle salad recipe and save yourself the extra dishes too!

Prep Ahead

• Soften the cream cheese
• Drain mandarin oranges
• Thaw Cool Whip (if using)

Kitchen Tools You Will Need

• Mixing Bowls – I like to have a variety of sizes on hand, and this set has them all.
• Electric Hand Mixer – I’ve had this one in my kitchen forever, and it still works beautifully.
• Silicone Spatula – A sturdy silicone spatula makes mixing this dreamsicle salad thoroughly and gently a breeze.

Dreamsicle Salad FAQ

Storing Orange Salad with Mandarin Oranges

Cover the bowl tightly with plastic or transfer your orange dreamsicle salad to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 2 days and give it a good stir before serving again.

It’s probably safe to eat for another day or two after that, but the texture will become soft and watery.

Enjoy!

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Orange Dreamsicle Salad (Cheesecake Salad Recipe)

This Orange Dreamsicle Salad tastes just like a creamsicle or Orange Julius. An easy, refreshing dessert that comes together in 15 minutes!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Method Mixed

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 16 makes 8 cups

Calories 276cal

Author Donna Elick

Ingredients

• 8 ounce cream cheese softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3.4 ounce package of instant cheesecake pudding mix unprepared
• 1/2 cup about 1/3 can frozen orange juice concentrate
• 3 cups heavy whipping cream divided
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 3 15 ounce cans mandarin oranges drained
• 2 cups miniature marshmallows

Instructions

• In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and vanilla extract until fluffy.
• Add the orange juice concentrate and beat until fully combined.
• Add the cheesecake pudding mixture and beat until evenly incorporated (mixture will be slightly chunky).
• With the mixer (or hand beater) running on low speed, slowly drizzle 1 ½ cups of the heavy whipping cream into the cream cheese mixture. Beat well between the addition of small amounts (add only a couple tablespoons at a time).
• Add powdered sugar to the cheesecake mixture and continue beating until fully combined.
• In a separate mixing bowl, beat remaining 1 ½ cups of heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
• Use a spatula to gently fold the whipped cream into the cheesecake mixture until fully incorporated.
• Add miniature marshmallows and drained mandarin oranges to the cheesecake mixture and fold in gently to combine. (The mandarins break apart easily, so be slow and gentle.)
• Transfer mixture to a serving bowl, garnish with reserved mandarins and miniature marshmallows and serve immediately.

Notes

Storage: Cover with plastic wrap or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 276cal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 147mg | Sugar: 17g | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg

Originally published June 2021, updated and republished March 2025

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I always make a large bowl full of this delicious recipe for Memorial Day, a 4th of July celebration, Labor Day, and all my summer BBQs.

This berry salad is literally a hit no matter when and where I take it, and the delicious berries typically are the star of the show.

Since the freshest berries always happen during the summer months, this delicious dessert is a great thing to make in a jiffy when the craving strikes. 

I love that it’s a no bake dessert made with simple ingredients. The creamy texture and the red white, and blue texture make this the perfect patriotic dessert.

I happen to share this summer berry cheesecake salad recipe with just about all my family and friends – and everyone will tell you that it’s their favorite recipe to make! 

If you’re looking for new recipes and the perfect addition to July 4th or family events, this simple light dessert and rich cheesecake filling is the best.

Follow the steps on the recipe card below to make this easy berry cheesecake salad. A little bit will have you craving more – so save some to eat the next day, too! 

Berry Cheesecake Salad

I am stocking up on summer cheesecake salad ideas and, boy oh boy, do we have a good selection to choose from!

Strawberry Banana Cheesecake Salad and Hawaiian Cheesecake Salad are two of our favorites!!!

I love my coffee and always have creamer on hand, so it is super convenient to use in my recipes.

Not a coffee drinker? Don’t worry — you’ll find an easy substitute listed below so that you can still enjoy this creamy strawberry blueberry salad.

Or if you want a cheesecake salad you can make with pantry staples any time of year, try our Cherry Pie Cheesecake Salad!

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

• Berries – Choose the ripest, freshest strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries for this cheesecake salad recipe. 
  
  You could also swap in some blackberries if you’d like — just be sure they are nice and sweet.
  
• Cream cheese – Use block cream cheese, not the tub variety. You will also need to soften it first so it’s easier to whip.
  
• Liquid vanilla creamer – This is what makes the cheesecake salad filling so creamy. Choose your favorite brand, nondairy versions included! 
  
  If you don’t use coffee creamer, you can always substitute a mixture of 1/2 cup heavy cream, 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.

Cheesecake Fruit Salad Tips and Tricks

• Prep berries in minutes. I have an easy kitchen hack for hulling strawberries that saves as much of the sweet fruit as possible!
  
• Dry them first. It’s important to spread the berries on a paper towel while you prepare the filling. 
  
  Otherwise, the liquid will cause your berry cheesecake salad to become watery.
  
• Avoid lumps. Add the creamer to the cream cheese slowly instead of all at once. 
  
  Otherwise, the filling will be permanently clumpy no matter how long you beat it — trust me on this one!
  
• Short on time? It can take about 30 minutes to soften cream cheese on the counter. Instead, unwrap the block and place it on a microwave-safe plate. 
  
  Heat on High in 10-second increments until softened.

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Summer Berry Cheesecake Salad (5 Ingredient Recipe) + Video

Berry Cheesecake Salad combines rich and creamy filling with your favorite berries to create the most amazing cheesecake fruit salad ever!

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Method Mixed

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 8

Calories 162cal

Author Donna Elick

Equipment

• mixing bowl
• electric hand mixer

Ingredients

• 1 pound strawberries hulled and cut into quarters
• 9 ounce container blueberries washed and dried (remove stems)
• 9 ounce container raspberries rinsed and dried
• 8 ounce package cream cheese
• 1/2 cup Vanilla Coffee Creamer

Instructions

• Prepare berries and lay them on paper towels to dry while you prepare the cheesecake mixture.
• In a medium tall bowl, using an electric mixer, whip cream cheese until it becomes smooth. It may bind up in the beaters, but continue as is and it will loosen up.
• With mixer running slowly add creamer to the cream cheese. Add it about a tablespoon at a time and then mix until it becomes a smooth mixture and all of the creamer has combined into the cream cheese. Continue until all of the creamer has been added to the cream cheese. Whip until smooth.
• Combine berries in a large bowl. Gently fold in cheesecake mixture until completely combined.
• Chill until ready to serve or serve immediately.
• Enjoy!

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Notes

Do not pour all of the creamer into the cream cheese at once. It will get clumpy and no matter how long you beat it, it will stay that way. Trust me on this one.

If you have to substitute cream for the creamer, powdered sugar and vanilla would be the best swap. 1/2 cup heavy cream, 2 tablespoons powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 162cal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 90mg | Sugar: 9g | Fiber: 4g | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 1mg

Originally published April 2016, updated and republished August 2024

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