Grape Salad Recipe
This Grape Salad Recipe is just like its name: creamy, sweet, and tangy, really good to double up as a refreshing side dish or a light dessert. Juicy grapes, with a creamy mixture of cream cheese, and crunchy pecans, make for great picnics, potlucks, or holiday days -any time you want a simple, quick-to-make crowd-pleaser.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Hand mixer or whisk
- Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Serving dish or cups
Ingredients
- 4 cups red seedless grapes, washed and halved
- 4 cups green seedless grapes, washed and halved
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Make Creamy Base: In a mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, sour cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and well-incorporated.
- Add Grapes: Gently fold in the red and green grapes until they are evenly coated with the creamy mixture.
- Chill: Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Topping: Just before serving, sprinkle with chopped pecans and brown sugar for a sweet and crunchy topping.
- Serve Cold: Spoon into a serving bowl or individual cups and serve cold.