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Frozen Fruit Salad Recipe: Creamy, No-Bake Potluck Dessert Perfection

A creamy, nostalgic frozen fruit salad blending whipped cream cheese with juicy fruits for a no-bake, crowd-pleasing dessert perfect for holidays or summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream whipped to stiff peaks
  • 1 can 20 oz crushed pineapple, drained well
  • 1 can 15 oz fruit cocktail, drained
  • 1 jar 10 oz maraschino cherries, drained and halved
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts optional
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Method
 

  1. Drain pineapple, fruit cocktail, and cherries thoroughly, pressing gently to remove excess liquid.
  2. Halve cherries and pat all fruit dry.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and fluffy.
  4. Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks.
  5. Gently fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture.
  6. Add drained fruits, walnuts, vanilla extract, and salt.
  7. Fold gently until combined.
  8. Spread mixture into a greased or parchment-lined 8x8-inch dish.
  9. Cover tightly and freeze for 4–6 hours or until firm.
  10. Let sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Drain fruits very well to prevent icy texture. Chill mixing tools for better whipped cream volume. Can be customized with different fruits or nuts.