🍓 Strawberry Fluff salad 🍓
Ingredients
1 pound of fresh strawberries
1 cup granulated sugar, divided
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 (8-ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Begin by macerating the strawberries: In a medium bowl, toss the sliced strawberries with 1/2 cup of sugar. Let them sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes to release their juices.
In a separate large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, remaining 1/2 cup of sugar, and salt until smooth and creamy. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated and fluffy.
Drain any excess liquid from the macerated strawberries and gently fold them into the cream cheese mixture, leaving some strawberry pieces intact for texture.
Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl or individual dessert cups. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.