Description
This Creamy Grape Salad is a delightful, easy-to-make dessert or side dish featuring a luscious blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and sweet vanilla that coats fresh seedless grapes. Topped with a crunchy mixture of brown sugar and pecans, this salad offers a perfect balance of creamy, sweet, and nutty flavors that is perfect for gatherings or a refreshing treat.
Ingredients
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Salad Base
- 4 cups seedless grapes (mixed red and green), washed and dried
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Topping
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the creamy mixture: In a large bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, sour cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully combined, creating a rich and creamy base for the salad.
- Coat the grapes: Gently fold the washed and dried seedless grapes into the creamy mixture, ensuring all grapes are evenly coated without crushing them.
- Transfer to serving dish: Pour and spread the grape and cream mixture into a serving dish, preparing it for the final topping.
- Add the topping: Mix the brown sugar and chopped pecans together, then evenly sprinkle this mixture over the top of the grape salad to add sweetness and a crunchy texture.
- Chill: Refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to firm up for a refreshing taste.
Notes
- Use seedless grapes for ease of eating and a pleasant texture.
- For best texture, ensure grapes are dried thoroughly after washing to prevent the salad from becoming watery.
- The salad can be prepared a few hours in advance and kept refrigerated.
- For a nut-free version, omit the pecans or substitute with toasted coconut flakes.
- Adjust sugar levels to taste, particularly if grapes are very sweet.
