Description
A light and fluffy Strawberry Cheesecake Fluff dessert combining creamy softened cream cheese, whipped topping, sweet mini marshmallows, and fresh strawberries, chilled to perfection and topped with optional crushed graham crackers for added texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups chopped fresh strawberries
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 8 oz whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
- 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
Optional Topping
- 1/2 cup crushed graham crackers
Instructions
- Soften Cream Cheese: Let the cream cheese soften at room temperature until it becomes fully pliable and easy to beat, ensuring a smooth texture in the final dessert.
- Beat Cream Cheese: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese using a hand or stand mixer until smooth and creamy to create a rich base.
- Add Sugar and Vanilla: Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese, then beat again until the mixture is fluffy and well combined for balanced sweetness and flavor.
- Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently fold in the whipped topping using a spatula to maintain the airy texture, carefully blending it with the cream cheese mixture.
- Add Marshmallows and Strawberries: Fold in the mini marshmallows and chopped fresh strawberries evenly, ensuring the fluff is light and filled with bits of fruit and sweetness.
- Chill the Fluff: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the mixture to set slightly for the best texture.
- Add Optional Topping and Serve: Just before serving, sprinkle the top with crushed graham crackers if desired for a delightful crunch and extra flavor contrast.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
- Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the mixture.
- Folding in whipped topping gently preserves the light and airy texture.
- Refrigerate the fluff adequately to let the flavors combine and improve consistency.
- For a gluten-free version, omit the graham crackers or use gluten-free alternatives.
