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Crunch Dessert Salad

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This Crunch Dessert Salad is a sweet, creamy, and crunchy no-bake treat that’s perfect for potlucks, holidays, or any time you need an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert! Made with whipped topping, pudding, crunchy mix-ins, and fruit, it’s light, fluffy, and full of texture!

Ingredients

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For the Creamy Base:

  • 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 (8 oz) container Cool Whip (or homemade whipped cream)
  • 1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix (or butterscotch for extra flavor!)
  • 1 cup cold milk (for the pudding mix)
  • ½ cup powdered sugar (optional, for extra sweetness)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Crunchy Mix-Ins:

  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (for a nutty crunch!)
  • 1 cup crushed pretzels or granola (salty-sweet contrast!)
  • 1 cup crushed Butterfinger, toffee bits, or graham crackers (extra crunch!)

For the Fruity Add-Ins:

  • 1 cup chopped apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp) (adds a crisp bite!)
  • 1 cup sliced strawberries or pineapple chunks (optional, for sweetness!)
  • ½ cup shredded coconut (optional, for extra texture!)

For Topping:

  • Extra crushed pretzels, nuts, or caramel drizzle (optional but delicious!)

Instructions

Step 1: Make the Creamy Base

  1. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Mix in powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and pudding mix.
  3. Slowly add cold milk, whisking until thick and creamy.
  4. Gently fold in Cool Whip until well combined.

Step 2: Add the Crunch & Fruit

  1. Stir in chopped apples, strawberries, and coconut (if using).
  2. Add chopped pecans, crushed pretzels, and Butterfinger/toffee bits, folding gently to maintain texture.

Step 3: Chill & Serve

  1. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld.
  2. Before serving, top with extra crunchy mix-ins and a caramel drizzle if desired.

Serving Suggestions

  • As a Parfait: Layer with extra granola or cookie crumbs in glasses.
  • With Dippers: Serve as a dip with graham crackers or vanilla wafers.
  • Topped with Ice Cream: Add a scoop of vanilla or butter pecan ice cream!

Notes

  • Want it crunchier? Add extra pretzels or nuts right before serving.
  • Prefer it lighter? Use Greek yogurt instead of cream cheese.
  • Different flavors? Swap vanilla pudding for chocolate or caramel!

Find it online: https://ukfinda.com/crunch-dessert-salad/