Description
This Creamy Grape Salad is a deliciously sweet and tangy dish featuring juicy seedless grapes coated in a smooth blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and vanilla. Topped with a crunchy mixture of brown sugar and chopped pecans, it’s a perfect refreshing side or dessert that comes together quickly and requires no cooking, making it ideal for potlucks, BBQs, or any gathering.
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 the mixture is smooth and creamy with no lumps.
- Coat the grapes: Gently fold the washed and dried seedless grapes into the creamy mixture, ensuring all grapes are evenly coated without breaking them.
- Transfer to serving dish: Pour the grape and cream mixture into a serving dish and spread it out evenly.
- Prepare and add the topping: In a separate small bowl, combine the brown sugar and chopped pecans. Sprinkle this mixture over the top of the salad just before serving to add sweetness and crunch.
- Chill before serving: Refrigerate the grape salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill thoroughly before serving.
Notes
- Use a mix of red and green grapes for a colorful presentation.
- Ensure grapes are completely dry to prevent the salad from becoming watery.
- Chilling enhances the flavor and texture, so don’t skip the refrigeration step.
- For a nut-free version, omit pecans and consider adding toasted coconut flakes instead.
- For extra sweetness, you can drizzle a little honey on top before serving.
