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Fabulous Fruit Fantasia

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Submitted by: mshivers60

 

Photo by: LaurenB248

A variety of fruits (including grapes, cherries, mandarin oranges, peaches and bananas) is folded into a creamy almond-flavored low-fat mixture.
 

Ingredients

  • 1 (8 oz) pkg. light cream cheese, softened
  • 1 (8 oz) carton fat-free sour cream
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 (8 oz) carton frozen fat-free non-dairy whipped topping, thawed
  • 1 1/2 cups green seedless grapes
  • 1 1/2 cups red seedless grapes
  • 1 (10 oz) jar maraschino cherries, well drained (Reserve 4 for garnish)
  • 1 (11 oz) can mandarin oranges, well drained
  • 1 (16 oz) can sliced peaches, well drained
  • 2 firm bananas, thinly sliced
  • Garnish:
  • Reserved cherries (4), halved
  • 1/2 cup lightly toasted slivered almonds

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Method

In a large mixing bowl, beat together first four ingredients on medium speed until smooth. Beat in whipped topping. Fold in remaining ingredients. Spoon into 2-quart clear glass bowl. Cover and chill. Garnish with cherries and almonds before serving.

 

Notes: This quick and easy fruit salad is low in fat, but not in flavor. Other fresh or canned fruits may substituted or added as desired.

 

Number of Servings: Serves 8.

 

Submitted by: mshivers60 ()

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