Description
This refreshing grape salad combines sweet, juicy grapes with a creamy blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and vanilla Greek yogurt. Topped with a crunchy mixture of brown sugar and crushed pecans, this easy-to-make dessert is perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or a delightful treat any time of the year.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 4 pounds grapes (a mix of red and green seedless grapes)
Creamy Dressing
- 1 8-ounce bar of cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup light sour cream
- 1/2 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons confectioners sugar
Toppings
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons crushed pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the grapes: Wash and dry the grapes thoroughly, then remove all stems. Set the clean grapes aside for later mixing.
- Make the creamy base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, light sour cream, vanilla Greek yogurt, and confectioners sugar. Use an electric mixer to beat the mixture until completely smooth and fluffy, scraping down the sides with a spatula and mixing for an additional 20 seconds to ensure an even texture.
- Combine grapes with cream mixture: Gently fold the grapes into the smooth cream cheese mixture until they are evenly coated.
- Finish with toppings: Transfer the grape salad to a serving dish if desired. Sprinkle the top evenly with brown sugar and crushed pecans to add sweetness and crunch.
- Chill before serving: Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld and serve chilled for best taste and texture.
Notes
- Mix grapes thoroughly but gently to avoid breaking their skins.
- For extra flavor, try adding a splash of vanilla extract to the creamy mixture.
- Use light sour cream and Greek yogurt to reduce fat content without sacrificing creaminess.
- Can be made a few hours ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator.
- Use fresh, firm grapes to maintain the best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: grape salad, creamy grape salad, easy grape dessert, fruit salad, cream cheese dessert
