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Grandma’s Frozen Fruit Salad

Grandma's Frozen Fruit Salad - A Creamy Nostalgic Delight

Grandma’s Frozen Fruit Salad is a creamy and refreshing dessert that evokes warm family memories, making it a perfect treat for gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Freezing Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened; substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with sour cream or yogurt.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Cool Whip can be used as a substitute.
For the Fruit
  • 15 ounces Fruit Cocktail Use a well-drained canned cocktail or fresh fruits.
  • ½ cup Maraschino Cherries Can be omitted or replaced with fresh cherries.
For Texture
  • 1 cup Mini Marshmallows Can be replaced with chopped nuts for added crunch.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • spatula
  • 9x13 Glass Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat 8 ounces of softened cream cheese with 1 cup of mayonnaise on medium speed until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Gently fold in a well-drained 15-ounce can of fruit cocktail, ½ cup of sliced maraschino cherries, and 1 cup of mini marshmallows.
  3. In a separate bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream on high speed until stiff peaks form, about 2-4 minutes.
  4. Carefully fold the whipped cream into the fruit mixture until just combined.
  5. Transfer the mixture into a 9x13 glass baking dish, smooth the top, cover with plastic wrap, and freeze for at least 2 hours.
  6. About 10-15 minutes before serving, remove from freezer and slice into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure the fruit cocktail is well-drained to avoid a watery salad. For a classic presentation, serve on a bed of lettuce.

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