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Grape Salad with Brown Sugar & Pecans Recipe

Grape Salad with Brown Sugar & Pecans Recipe

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4.9 from 9 reviews

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This creamy and refreshing Grape Salad with Brown Sugar & Pecans is a perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors, complemented by crunchy toasted pecans. Made with seedless grapes coated in a smooth mixture of cream cheese, sour cream, and vanilla, then topped with a brown sugar and pecan sprinkle, this no-cook dish is easy to prepare and ideal for potlucks, holiday tables, or as a delightful side or dessert.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 pounds seedless grapes (red, green, or a mix), washed and removed from stems
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Toppings

  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cream Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, sour cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
  2. Coat Grapes: Gently fold the seedless grapes into the cream mixture, mixing carefully so the grapes are evenly coated without breaking.
  3. Assemble Salad: Transfer the coated grapes and cream mixture into a serving dish or bowl, spreading it out evenly.
  4. Add Toppings: Sprinkle the packed brown sugar evenly over the top of the salad, followed by the toasted chopped pecans to add sweetness and crunch.
  5. Chill: Cover the salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill thoroughly.
  6. Serve: Serve the grape salad cold as a delightful side dish or dessert, optionally adding the brown sugar and pecans just before serving for extra texture.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, add the brown sugar and pecans just before serving rather than before chilling.
  • Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream to create a lighter version of this salad.
  • This grape salad travels well, making it ideal for potlucks, picnics, or holiday gatherings.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish, Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 230
  • Sugar: 21g
  • Sodium: 60mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

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