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Frozen Strawberry Salad
Frozen Strawberry Salad is a sweet, creamy dessert that brings together the fresh flavors of strawberries, bananas, and pineapple with the richness of cream cheese and the fluffiness of Cool Whip. It’s a nostalgic dish often served at summer gatherings, potlucks, or holiday meals. With its frozen texture and fruity blend, this recipe is cherished for its refreshing taste and ease of preparation. It blurs the line between salad and dessert in the most delightful way.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Freezing time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10
Calories 258 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened )
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 9 oz Cool Whip
  • 10 oz frozen strawberries (thawed)
  • 1 can pineapple tidbits (medium can , drained)
  • 2 bananas (sliced)
  • ½ cup chopped nuts

Instructions
 

Step 1: Blend Base

  • In a large bowl, mix together softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth.

Step 2: Add Whip and Fruits

  • Fold in Cool Whip.
  • Stir in thawed strawberries, drained pineapple tidbits, and sliced bananas.

Step 3: Mix and Freeze

  • Add chopped nuts and mix gently.
  • Spoon mixture into a freezer-safe container.

Step 4: Freeze and Serve

  • Freeze until partially set, then cut into squares.
  • Return to freezer until ready to serve.
  • Remove from freezer 10 minutes before serving.

Tips

  • Substitute sliced peaches or blueberries for bananas.
  • Add crushed pretzels or graham crackers for texture.
  • Use whipped cream instead of Cool Whip for a richer version.
  • Swap nuts for pecans or omit for nut allergies.
  • Add mini marshmallows for extra sweetness and fluffiness.
  • Make it lower sugar by using light Cool Whip and reduced-sugar fruit.
  • Serve partially thawed for a soft, scoopable texture.
  • Pour mixture into a 9×13 pan for easy slicing into squares.
  • Fold in shredded coconut for tropical flavor.
  • Add a splash of vanilla extract for enhanced sweetness.

Nutrition

Calories: 258kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 27mgSodium: 91mgPotassium: 282mgFiber: 2gSugar: 27gVitamin A: 397IUVitamin C: 24mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 1mg
Keyword creamy fruit salad, frozen dessert, heirloom recipe, no-bake, potluck dessert, southern classic, strawberries, vintage recipe
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