Get ready to transform the ordinary grape into an extraordinary culinary sensation! This Easy Creamy Grape Salad is not just a recipe—it's a creamy, dreamy experience that will revolutionize your dessert game. Imagine a luscious blend of sweet, juicy grapes nestled in a velvety cream cheese mixture, topped with a delightful crunch of pecans. Perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or when you simply want to treat yourself to something incredibly delicious and surprisingly simple to make.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups grapes, halved
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup pecans, chopped
Instructions
- Begin by preparing your ingredients. Wash the grapes thoroughly under cold running water. Once clean, remove the stems and cut each grape in half. Set the halved grapes aside in a large mixing bowl.
- In a separate mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, and vanilla extract. Use a hand mixer or a whisk to blend the ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Make sure there are no lumps of cream cheese remaining.
- Once the cream cheese mixture is well combined, gently fold in the halved grapes. Use a spatula to carefully mix the grapes into the creamy mixture, ensuring that all the grapes are well coated.
- After the grapes are thoroughly mixed with the cream cheese mixture, add the chopped pecans. Fold them in gently to incorporate them without breaking the grapes.
- Transfer the creamy grape salad into a serving dish or bowl. If desired, you can garnish the top with a few extra pecans for presentation.
- Chill the grape salad in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. However, if you're short on time, it can also be served immediately.
- Serve the creamy grape salad as a refreshing side dish or dessert. Enjoy your delicious and easy creamy grape salad!
Tips
- • Choose firm, ripe grapes for the best texture and flavor. Red or green grapes both work wonderfully! • Ensure cream cheese is completely softened at room temperature to avoid lumpy mixtures • Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavor melding • For extra indulgence, consider using a mix of red and green grapes for visual appeal • If you're watching calories, you can substitute low-fat cream cheese and sour cream • The pecans can be toasted briefly before adding for an enhanced nutty flavor • This dish is best consumed within 1-2 days for optimal freshness
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 45mg
