Ingredients
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 (8-ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
4 cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen, thawed and patted dry)
1/4 cup powdered sugar (or to taste)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
Instructions
1. 1. Soften the cream cheese to room temperature.
2. 2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
3. 3. Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping using a rubber spatula until well combined; do not overmix.
4. 4. Add mixed berries and optional mini marshmallows; fold gently until evenly distributed.
5. 5. Transfer to a serving bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2-4 hours before serving.
6. 6. Serve chilled, garnished with extra berries or mint if desired.
Notes
For best results, use room temperature cream cheese to avoid lumps. If using frozen berries, thaw and pat dry to prevent watery salad. Chilling is essential for flavor melding and texture. Can be made up to 24 hours in advance. Not recommended for freezing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Dessert, Side Dish
- Method: No-bake, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1 cup)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg