Description
The “Grape Delight Salad” is a tantalizing blend of creamy and fruity flavors that come together to create a perfect dish for any occasion. Featuring a luxurious cream cheese dressing combined with the natural sweetness of fresh red and green grapes, this salad is topped with a sprinkle of brown sugar and crunchy pecans. It’s ideal for gatherings, serving as a refreshing side or a light dessert.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese (softened)
- 1 cup Sour Cream
- 1/3 cup Sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 2 pounds Seedless Red Grapes
- 2 pounds Seedless Green Grapes
- 3 tablespoons Brown Sugar
- 3 tablespoons Chopped Pecans
Step-by-step Directions
1. Prepare the Cream Cheese Dressing
In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, and vanilla extract. Use a hand mixer or a wooden spoon to blend these ingredients until smooth and creamy.
2. Add the Grapes
Add both red and green seedless grapes to the bowl with the cream cheese dressing. Toss carefully to ensure all the grapes are evenly coated with the creamy mixture.
3. Transfer to a Serving Bowl
Move the grape salad into a appropriate serving bowl, spreading it out evenly.
4. Refrigerate for Freshness
Cover the serving bowl with a lid or plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together and the salad to chill thoroughly.
5. Sprinkle with Brown Sugar and Pecans
Just before serving, remove the salad from the refrigerator and sprinkle the top with brown sugar and chopped pecans for added crunch and sweetness.
Servings & Preparation Time
This recipe serves about 10-12 people. Preparation time is approximately 15 minutes, with an additional minimum chilling time of 1 hour.
Tips for Storage
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For optimal taste, sprinkle brown sugar and pecans just before serving rather than before storing to maintain their texture.
- Avoid freezing this salad as it may cause the cream cheese and sour cream to separate and the grapes to become mushy upon thawing.
Conclusion
The Grape Delight Salad is not only easy to make but its blend of creamy texture and fresh, juicy grapes makes it a delightful treat. Whether it’s a picnic, family gathering, or a simple weekday dessert, this salad promises to be a refreshing addition to any meal. Its combination of textures and flavors will surely garner praise from all who partake.
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Grape Delight Salad
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 10-12 servings 1x
Description
The “Grape Delight Salad” is a tantalizing blend of creamy and fruity flavors that come together to create a perfect dish for any occasion. Featuring a luxurious cream cheese dressing combined with the natural sweetness of fresh red and green grapes, this salad is topped with a sprinkle of brown sugar and crunchy pecans. It’s ideal for gatherings, serving as a refreshing side or a light dessert.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese (softened)
- 1 cup Sour Cream
- 1/3 cup Sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 2 pounds Seedless Red Grapes
- 2 pounds Seedless Green Grapes
- 3 tablespoons Brown Sugar
- 3 tablespoons Chopped Pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Dressing In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, and vanilla extract. Use a hand mixer or a wooden spoon to blend these ingredients until smooth and creamy.
- Add the Grapes Add both red and green seedless grapes to the bowl with the cream cheese dressing. Toss carefully to ensure all the grapes are evenly coated with the creamy mixture.
- Transfer to a Serving Bowl Move the grape salad into an appropriate serving bowl, spreading it out evenly.
- Refrigerate for Freshness Cover the serving bowl with a lid or plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together and the salad to chill thoroughly.
- Sprinkle with Brown Sugar and Pecans Just before serving, remove the salad from the refrigerator and sprinkle the top with brown sugar and chopped pecans for added crunch and sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes