A delightful dessert with creamy cheesecake, fresh peaches, and a crunchy graham cracker topping. Perfect for summer gatherings and beginner cooks.
Author:Susan
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:8 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking (Topping), No-Bake (Salad)
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Topping:
½ cuppacked light brown sugar
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon kosher salt
⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
9 graham cracker sheets, crumbled
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
Cheesecake Salad:
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
3.4 ounces instant cheesecake pudding mix
1 cup liquid French vanilla creamer
8 medium peaches, pitted and sliced
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures the oven is at the correct temperature for even baking, preventing uneven cooking.
Prepare the Topping:
Combine the brown sugar, butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, kosher salt, and nutmeg in a bowl. Mix until well combined. This creates the flavorful base for the topping, ensuring a consistent texture.
Add the crumbled graham crackers and granulated sugar, mixing until the crumbs are evenly coated. This ensures a crunchy, sweet topping, preventing uneven distribution of flavor.
Spread the mixture on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown. Let it cool. This ensures a crispy topping, preventing a soggy texture.
Prepare the Cheesecake Salad:
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. This ensures a lump-free base for the salad, creating a consistent texture.
Add the instant cheesecake pudding mix and French vanilla creamer, and continue to beat until the mixture is creamy and smooth. This creates the creamy cheesecake base, preventing a lumpy or grainy texture.
Gently fold in the peach pieces until evenly distributed. This adds the fresh, fruity component, ensuring a balanced flavor profile.
Assemble and Chill:
Sprinkle the cooled graham cracker topping over the peach mixture. This adds the crunchy cobbler element, enhancing the texture.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and the salad to set, ensuring a cohesive and flavorful dessert.