FROZEN DAIQUIRI SALAD

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Mmmm...this is so good! Rich and tangy to taste, beautiful to look at. While I love it as a salad, I have also used it for a refreshing summer dessert. My niece, Carrie, shared this recipe with me and I bless her for it. Cooking time is actually freezing time.

Provided by Lorraine of AZ

Categories     Fruit

Time 4h20m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip
1 (6 ounce) can frozen daiquiri mix, thawed
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, well drained
1 (3 ounce) package chopped walnuts (optional)
3 drops green food coloring
1 whole stemmed cherries or 1 whole peeled sliced kiwi fruit
mint leaves or mint sprig

Steps:

  • Allow cream cheese to soften at room temperature.
  • With electric mixer, cream the softened cream cheese in a large bowl. Blend in thawed Cool Whip and daiquiri mix.
  • Stir in the drained pineapple and chopped walnuts, if used. Add green food coloring to achieve a pleasing pale green color.
  • Pack into a desired mold; a loaf pan works well. Freeze 4 hours or overnight. Take out 15-20 minutes before serving.
  • To serve: Unsold on an attractive patter. Garnish with whole strawberries, cherries or slices of kiwi. Add mint sprigs or leaves, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.6, Fat 17.1, SaturatedFat 12.4, Cholesterol 31.2, Sodium 91.3, Carbohydrate 11.9, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 10.8, Protein 2.6

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