Grape Salad with Brown Sugar & Pecans Recipe
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Grape Salad with Brown Sugar & Pecans. A sweet and creamy fruit salad that’s perfect for any occasion, from picnics to holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Salad, Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 2 pounds seedless grapes (red or green, or a mix)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare Grapes: Wash and dry the grapes thoroughly, then remove them from the stems.
- Mix Creamy Base: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, sour cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Combine Ingredients: Fold in the grapes until evenly coated. Transfer the mixture to a serving dish.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle the top with brown sugar and chopped pecans just before serving for a sweet and crunchy topping.
- Chill and Serve: Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors meld.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for part of the sour cream.
- Toasting the pecans adds extra flavor.
- This salad is best served chilled and within 24 hours, as the topping softens over time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
