Dessert

Caramel Crunch Cheesecake Fruit Salad Recipe

BySarah Summers December 27, 2025December 27, 2025

Introduction

This Caramel Crunch Cheesecake Fruit Salad is a delightful blend of creamy cheesecake bites, fresh fruit, and sweet, crunchy toppings. It’s a refreshing and indulgent dessert perfect for warm days or special occasions.

The image shows a close-up of a white bowl filled with a fresh fruit and yogurt dessert. At the bottom, there is a smooth, creamy layer of white yogurt. On top, there are whole grapes in green and dark red colors scattered evenly. Bright red strawberry slices with their seeds and juicy texture are placed among the grapes. Sprinkled throughout are small pieces of crunchy granola, adding a rough texture. A light drizzle of honey or syrup shines over the fruit, making it look glossy and sweet. The bowl sits on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese, softened
¼ cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 cups strawberries, halved
2 cups green grapes
1 cup red grapes
½ cup caramel sauce
¼ cup crushed graham crackers or cookie crumbs
¼ cup chopped peanuts or pecans
¼ cup white chocolate drizzle

Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined. Cut the mixture into small squares and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.
Step 2: Once the cheesecake bites are chilled, take a serving dish and layer the strawberries, green grapes, red grapes, and cheesecake bites evenly.
Step 3: Sprinkle the crushed graham crackers and chopped nuts over the top. Drizzle caramel sauce and white chocolate drizzle over everything. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes for an extra chilled dessert.

Tips & Variations

Use your favorite nuts or swap for toasted coconut flakes for a different crunch.
For a lighter version, use low-fat cream cheese and whipped topping alternatives.
Try adding blueberries or kiwi for more color and flavor variety.
To make the cheesecake bites easier to cut, chill the mixture in a flat pan lined with parchment paper.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The cheesecake bites and fruit salad can soften over time, so it’s best enjoyed fresh. If refrigerated, allow to sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before serving for the best texture.

How to Serve

A close-up view of a white bowl filled with a colorful fruit and yogurt parfait. The bottom layer is creamy white yogurt topped with small chunks of crunchy granola. On top, there is a mix of fresh fruits: green grapes, red grapes, and sliced strawberries scattered evenly. The fruits are glossy and fresh, with the strawberries showing their red and white inner texture. Drizzled lightly over the top is a golden caramel or honey sauce that adds shine and contrast. The background is a white marbled texture, and the photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare the cheesecake bites in advance?

Yes, you can prepare the cheesecake bites up to a day ahead and keep them chilled in the refrigerator until ready to assemble the salad.

What can I use if I don’t have white chocolate drizzle?

You can melt white chocolate chips or use sweetened condensed milk drizzled over the salad as an alternative.