Description
Looking for a quick, creamy, and refreshing dish that’s perfect for any occasion? This Homemade Fruit Salad is a delicious no-bake treat made with juicy pineapples, sweet bananas, vibrant cherries, and a creamy base that brings it all together. It’s the ideal go-to for quick breakfasts, easy dessert ideas, or potluck-ready food ideas. Whether you’re craving a healthy snack or need a fun addition to your dinner ideas, this easy recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
1 cup chopped pineapple
1 cup chopped peaches
1 cup fruit cocktail
1 banana sliced
1/2 cup maraschino cherries
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup whipped topping
1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
1/4 cup shredded coconut
1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
1. Drain all canned fruits thoroughly to avoid excess liquid. Slice banana just before mixing to prevent browning.
2. In a bowl, mix sour cream, whipped topping, and sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
3. Add fruits into a large bowl. Pour creamy mixture over them.
4. Gently fold the salad using a rubber spatula to coat all the fruits.
5. Add coconut and chopped nuts if using, and fold them in.
6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill.
7. Gently stir before serving. Garnish with extra cherries or coconut if desired.
Notes
Always drain canned fruits thoroughly to avoid a watery consistency.
For best results, chill the salad for at least an hour before serving.
Add bananas right before serving to prevent browning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg