Millionaire Peach Salad (Printable)
Creamy peach and citrus salad layered with whipped cream cheese and topped with toasted pecans and coconut.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Fruit & Base
01 - 4 ripe peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced
02 - 1 (15 oz) can mandarin oranges, drained
03 - 1 (20 oz) can pineapple tidbits, drained
→ Cream Layer
04 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
05 - 8 oz whipped topping, such as Cool Whip
06 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
→ Crunchy Layer
07 - 1/2 cup chopped pecans
08 - 1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
→ Garnish (optional)
09 - Fresh mint leaves
10 - Sliced peaches
# How To Make It:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, gently combine sliced peaches, drained mandarin oranges, and pineapple tidbits, mixing carefully to avoid breaking up the fruit.
02 - In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar with an electric mixer or whisk until smooth and fluffy. Fold in the whipped topping until fully incorporated.
03 - Gently fold the cream mixture into the fruit until the pieces are evenly coated.
04 - In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the chopped pecans and sweetened shredded coconut together for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly until golden and aromatic. Allow to cool.
05 - Sprinkle the cooled, toasted pecans and coconut over the salad, reserving a small amount for final garnish if desired.
06 - Add fresh mint leaves and extra sliced peaches on top for a refined presentation if using. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour prior to serving to enhance flavor and texture.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- No baking required—you can pull this off on the hottest summer day and keep your cool.
- The crunch on top will catch everyone off guard in the best way, making them ask for your secret.
02 -
- Once I rushed the chilling step and the salad tasted almost flat—timing is everything for flavors to meld.
- Toasting the pecans and coconut together smells so good you’ll want to snack—don’t; you’ll need every crumb for the topping.
03 -
- Always taste your peaches first; if they’re not sweet enough, a hint more powdered sugar in the cream helps balance the dish.
- If in doubt, make extra of the crunchy topping—it disappears fast.