Description
This Peach Cobbler Cheesecake Fruit Salad is a delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake pudding, fresh juicy peaches, and a crunchy, spiced graham cracker topping. Perfect as a refreshing dessert or a sweet snack, it combines the classic flavors of peach cobbler with the creamy texture of cheesecake in an easy-to-make, no-bake fruit salad.
Ingredients
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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 Pudding Mixture
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 3.4 ounces instant cheesecake pudding mix, unprepared
- 1 cup liquid French vanilla creamer
Fruit
- 8 medium peaches, pitted and cut into bite-size pieces
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prepare for baking the topping.
- Prepare Spiced Butter Mixture: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the brown sugar, unsalted butter pieces, vanilla extract, cinnamon, kosher salt, and nutmeg. Microwave the mixture until it becomes bubbly, which helps the butter melt and the spices infuse.
- Coat Graham Crackers: Add the crumbled graham crackers to the buttery mixture and stir until all pieces are evenly coated. Spread this mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer, then sprinkle the surface with granulated sugar for extra sweetness and crunch.
- Bake the Topping: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the topping becomes golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely to crisp up.
- Prepare Cheesecake Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, unprepared instant cheesecake pudding mix, and liquid French vanilla creamer. Whisk together thoroughly until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Fruit Salad: Gently fold the bite-size peach pieces into the cheesecake pudding mixture, ensuring the fruit is coated but not mashed.
- Serve: Divide the fruit salad into serving bowls or glasses and top generously with the cooled, crunchy graham cracker topping. Serve immediately for optimal texture and flavor.
Notes
- For best texture, serve immediately after assembling so the topping remains crisp.
- Can be prepared a few hours in advance, but keep topping separate until serving.
- If peaches are out of season, substitute with fresh nectarines or canned peaches drained well.
- Use low-fat cream cheese and reduced-fat creamer to lighten the dish if desired.
- Instant cheesecake pudding mix can be substituted with vanilla pudding mix for a milder flavor.
