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    Home » Soups & Salads » Salads » The BEST Grape Salad Recipe

    Published: Jun 17, 2020 · Modified: Jun 4, 2021 by Desarae

    The BEST Grape Salad Recipe

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    LITERALLY the bowl will be licked clean when you finish off the grape salad. I've never not had that happen. This is THE BEST Grape Salad recipe of your life! I cant wait for you to make it. It tastes like cheesecake and fresh fruit and sweet caramel with a crunch of butter pecans.

    WHAT DO I NEED TO MAKE CREAMY GRAPE SALAD

    • grapes! obviously- we talk about these below
    • cream cheese
    •  sour cream
    • sugar
    • brown sugar
    • pecans
    • vanilla

    WHAT KIND OF GRAPES DO I NEED

    Buy what is available at your grocery store just make sure the grapes are SEEDLESS!! The recipe calls for a variety of grapes, and I do highly recommend using 2-3 variety of seedless grapes. Each grape has a different taste that adds to the flavor of this salad.

    I CANT FIND 2 DIFFERENT KIND OF GRAPES, CAN I JUST USE ONE?

    yes! I've been there and can only buy one type of grape. It'll be totally fiiiiine when you are in a pinch like this.

    WASH AND PREPARE GRAPES

    the first step is to wash your grapes and remove them from the vine. Set those grapes aside while you make the cream cheese filling.

    HOW TO MAKE THE BEST GRAPE SALAD RECIPE

    TOPPING

    In a separate bowl mix your brown sugar and pecans togetherbrown sugar and pecans in a bowl

    CREAMY FILLING

    In a bowl add your cream cheese, sour cream, sugar and vanilla. Beat until it's smooth and fluffy.

    NOW combine your cream cheese mixture with your washed grapes. Stir so they are combined well.

    SERVING DISH

    Place your grapes in its serving dish, which I should add you can totally stir it in whatever dish will be your final dish. Just depends on how fancy you're getting.

    ADDING THE TOPPINGS

    Add your toppings. Now here is the key to what really takes this recipe over the top. The moisture of the cream cheese mixture will start to seep into your brown sugar crust and it creates a crispy caramel flavor. SO GOOD. For this to happen you will want your grape salad to sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes up to 2 hours ( I prefer 2 hours so its nice and chilled + crust) before serving.

    WHAT SIZE SERVING DISH DO I NEED FOR GRAPE SALAD?

    You can use really whatever you prefer! A tall glass bowl, casserole dish or a long narrow pan - like a 8x8 or 9x13. Just keep in mind the bigger the surface area is (for long pans) the thinner the brown sugar and pecans will be, so you may want to adjust the measurements to adding more topping. And the smaller area on the top of a tall bowl the thicker the brown sugar is. But do not put less.

    FAQ ABOUT GRAPE SALAD RECIPE

    Can I prepare this ahead of time?

    You can make this salad a few hours before serving. I would not make it the day before becuase the brown sugar turns too weepy. But the morning of is fine!

    How do I store leftovers? 

    This is great as leftovers! the brown sugar topping most likely will not still be in tact, but the salad is still delicious. Just cover or store in an air tight container.

    If you tried this Creamy Grape Salad Recipe or any other recipe on the blog then don’t forget to rate the recipe and leave us a comment below. You can also follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest to see what else we’re getting up to!

    rectangle dish of grape salad and brown sugar topping 3 spoons dipping into the dish

    Creamy Grape Salad with Brown Sugar and Pecans

    This creamy grape salad has a sweet, creamy, cool sauce. Crunchy, crisp juicy grapes. Buttery warm pecans. It's the perfect combination of some of the world's best foods
    5 from 10 votes
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    Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    5 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 15 servings
    Calories: 292kcal
    Author: Kadee & Desarae

    Ingredients

    • 4 pound grapes {mixed colors} cleaned
    • 8 ounces sour cream
    • 8 ounces cream cheese; room temp
    • ½ cup granulated sugar
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    topping

    • 1 cup brown sugar; packed
    • 1 cup crushed pecans

    Instructions

    • In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and crushed pecans for the topping. Set aside.
    • In a large bowl, blend together cream cheese, sugar sour cream and vanilla until smooth.
    • Stir in the grapes.
    • Cover with the topping and chill for at least two hours.

    Notes

    Can I prepare this ahead of time?
    You can make this salad a few hours before serving. I would not make it the day before becuase the brown sugar turns too weepy. But the morning of is fine! 
    How do I store leftovers? 
    This is great as leftovers! the brown sugar topping most likely will not still be in tact, but the salad is still delicious. Just cover or store in an air tight container. 
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 292kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 67mg | Potassium: 320mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 41g | Vitamin A: 381IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Janet Mattke says

      July 13, 2022 at 9:24 am

      5 stars
      I recently made this, and everyone loved it. The recipe is easy to make, the amount is more than adequate, low fat ingredients are equally delicious, it allows for creativity, and can be served as a salad or a dessert. A winner recipe!

      Reply
    2. Felicia says

      July 11, 2022 at 3:23 pm

      I sure want to try this, but I’m allergic to pecans. Do you have any suggestions or ideas for a substitution for the pecans? (We are also allergic to walnuts and almonds at our house)

      Reply
      • Kadee says

        July 13, 2022 at 9:09 pm

        You can omit the nuts and it will still be delicious. Our you could sub granola for a little crunch.

        Reply
    3. Lori Blessing says

      June 10, 2019 at 6:07 pm

      5 stars
      This salad is the BEST!! I even dream about it at times!! Must try it! Even if you aren't a fan of grapes, trust me. You won't be disappointed.

      Reply
    4. natalie says

      April 17, 2018 at 9:58 pm

      5 stars
      Took this to a potluck and the bowl was licked clean!

      Reply
    5. GeorgeBernstein site says

      December 31, 2017 at 7:46 pm

      5 stars
      Wow! Finally I got a webpage from whwre I can really obtain helpful
      information regarding my study and knowledge.

      Reply
    6. Linda says

      July 03, 2017 at 4:33 pm

      5 stars
      Omg it's Mouth watering

      Reply
    7. Karen I. says

      September 07, 2014 at 3:48 pm

      5 stars
      I made this for a church potluck and it was a HUGE hit!!! Thanks so much for the recipe!!

      Reply
    8. Barbara Shevokas says

      August 16, 2014 at 9:26 am

      5 stars
      Delicious salad. EVERY ONE loved it.

      Reply

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