This creamy Hawaiian fruit salad recipe is loaded with juicy fruit and cheesecake flavor! It’s so quick and simple to make and is always a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese , at room temperature
- 7 ounces marshmallow creme
- 1 pound strawberries , hulled and sliced
- 1 (20-ounce) can pineapple chunks (or tidbits), drained
- 1 (10-ounce) can mandarin oranges , drained
- 2 kiwi , peeled and cut
- 1 banana , cut into coins
Instructions
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In a medium bowl, whip the softened cream cheese with a handheld mixer until fluffy. Add in the marshmallow cream and mix until combined.
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Fold in the strawberries, pineapple, oranges, kiwi, and banana with a large spoon.
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Refrigerate until ready to serve. Best served within a few hours.
Notes
Draining: I like to drain my fruit and then place on a paper towel to remove excess juice.
To soften cream cheese: Leave it on the counter for 1 hour or so. Alternatively, place the cream cheese on a microwave-safe plate and heat for about 15 seconds, or until soft (not melted).
Make ahead: Do not combine the fruit and cream mixture until ready to serve. Simply cover the cream cheese mixture and diced fruit separately. Store in the refrigerator. You will need to let the cream mixture set out at room temperature about 15 minutes before adding fruit.
Variations:
- Add in (or replace) one of the fruits with green apples, grapes, or mango.
- Sprinkle mini marshmallows on top for the kids.
- Sprinkle shredded coconut on top for the adults.
Nutrition
Calories: 225kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 74mg | Potassium: 295mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 555IU | Vitamin C: 54mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 0.5mg