This condensed milk fruit salad is a quick and creamy fruit dessert made with sweetened condensed milk and a mix of fresh or canned fruit. It takes only minutes to prepare and is perfect for BBQs, potlucks, holidays, and family gatherings.
This style of creamy fruit salad with condensed milk is especially popular in the Philippines.
Known as Filipino fruit salad, it’s a must-have dessert during fiestas, Christmas, birthdays, and celebrations all year round. The sweet creamy dressing combined with colourful fruit makes it a refreshing and crowd-pleasing dessert.
This easy condensed milk fruit salad recipe is a popular no-bake dessert that combines sweetened condensed milk, cream, and fresh fruit to create a smooth and creamy fruit salad everyone loves.
What You’ll Find in This Condensed Milk Fruit Salad Recipe
- Why You’ll Love This Condensed Milk Fruit Salad
- Ingredient Substitutions (US, AU & UK)
- Creamy Fruit Salad with Condensed Milk
- What Fruit Goes in Condensed Milk Fruit Salad?
- Popular Variations of Creamy Fruit Salad
- Best Fruits for Condensed Milk Fruit Salad
- Frequently Asked Questions
Why You’ll Love This Condensed Milk Fruit Salad
- Quick and easy dessert ready in minutes
- No baking required
- Perfect for summer BBQs and potlucks
- Budget-friendly ingredients
- Easily customisable with your favorite fruit
- A classic Filipino fruit salad dessert
Creamy Fruit Salad with Condensed Milk
Sweetened condensed milk creates a rich and creamy dressing that coats the fruit perfectly. Unlike traditional fruit salad that uses sugar or syrup, condensed milk fruit salad has a smooth texture and naturally sweet flavour.
The combination of fruit cocktail, fresh fruit, cream, and condensed milk creates a dessert that is both refreshing and indulgent. This is why creamy fruit salads are popular at BBQs, summer gatherings, and family celebrations.
In Filipino cuisine, this dessert is commonly served during Christmas, fiestas, and special occasions, where it’s enjoyed as a chilled dessert.
Condensed Milk Fruit Salad
6
servings10
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minutes320
kcal10
minutesThis condensed milk fruit salad is creamy, sweet and ready in minutes. Perfect for summer, potlucks and holidays.
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Ingredients for Condensed Milk Fruit Salad
395 g 395 sweetened condensed milk (1 standard can)
480 g 480 fruit cocktail, drained (about 2 cups)
165 g 165 pineapple chunks, drained (about 1 cup)
150 g 150 grapes, halved (about 1 cup)
165 g 165 mango cubes or tinned peaches, drained (about 1 cup)
250 ml 250 thickened cream or whipped cream
30 g 30 mini marshmallows (optional)
120 g 120 nata de coco (coconut jelly), drained (optional)
How to Make Condensed Milk Fruit Salad
- Drain all canned fruit thoroughly to prevent the salad from becoming watery.
- Combine the fruit cocktail, pineapple chunks, grapes, and mango or peaches in a large mixing bowl.
- Pour the sweetened condensed milk over the fruit mixture.
- Stir the fruit gently until evenly coated with the condensed milk.
- Add the thickened cream or whipped cream to the bowl.
- Fold the cream through the fruit mixture until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the mini marshmallows and nata de coco if using.
- Refrigerate the fruit salad for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- Use double cream in the UK or whipped topping in the US if thickened cream is unavailable.
- If using fresh fruit, cut into bite-sized pieces for easy serving.
- Add strawberries, mandarin segments, or banana slices for extra fruit variety.
- Chill the salad well before serving for the best texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Always drain canned fruit thoroughly so the salad does not become watery.
- For extra richness, some Filipino recipes add cream cheese or cheese cubes.
- For a lighter version, you can replace cream with Greek yogurt or coconut cream.
- Condensed milk fruit salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2–3 days. For best texture and flavor, it is recommended to eat it within 24 hours.
What Fruit Goes in Condensed Milk Fruit Salad?
One of the best things about condensed milk fruit salad is how easy it is to customise.
The most popular fruits include:
- pineapple chunks
- mango cubes
- grapes
- peaches
- strawberries
- mandarin oranges
- bananas
For a tropical twist, you can also add:
- papaya
- lychee
- jackfruit
- coconut jelly (nata de coco)
Choosing fruits with a balance of sweetness and acidity helps keep the creamy fruit salad refreshing and light.
Ingredient Substitutions (US, AU & UK)
Depending on where you live, you may want to substitute some ingredients when making condensed milk fruit salad.
United States
- Use Cool Whip or whipped topping instead of fresh cream
- Fruit cocktail cans are widely available in grocery stores
Australia
- Use thickened cream or whipped cream
- Substitute tinned peaches or canned mango if fruit cocktail is unavailable
United Kingdom
- Replace fruit cocktail with a mix of tinned peaches, pineapple, and grapes
Popular Variations of Creamy Fruit Salad
Filipino Fruit Salad
Traditional Filipino fruit salad with condensed milk often includes:
- fruit cocktail
- condensed milk
- cream
- nata de coco
- kaong (palm fruit)
- cheese cubes
It’s a popular dessert served at Filipino fiestas, birthdays, Christmas celebrations, and family gatherings.
Marshmallow Fruit Salad
Add mini marshmallows for a sweeter and fluffier version that kids love.
Tropical Fruit Salad
Use tropical fruits such as:
- mango
- pineapple
- papaya
- coconut
Yogurt Fruit Salad
For a lighter version, replace cream with Greek yogurt or vanilla yogurt.
Best Fruits for Condensed Milk Fruit Salad
These fruits pair best with the sweet condensed milk dressing:
- pineapple
- mango
- grapes
- peaches
- strawberries
- bananas
- mandarin oranges
These fruits help balance the sweetness while keeping the fruit salad fresh and flavourful.
If you love easy desserts like this condensed milk fruit salad, you might also enjoy our other no-bake desserts and easy fruit dessert recipes.
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- Simple No-Bake Banoffee Pie
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you use fresh fruit instead of canned fruit?
Yes. You can make condensed milk fruit salad with fresh fruit such as mango, strawberries, grapes, pineapple, or bananas. Just make sure the fruit is ripe and cut into bite-sized pieces.
Why do Filipinos serve fruit salad at celebrations?
Filipino fruit salad is a traditional dessert served during fiestas, Christmas, birthdays, and family gatherings. The creamy mixture of condensed milk, fruit cocktail, and cream makes it a festive and refreshing dessert.
Can you freeze condensed milk fruit salad?
Freezing is not recommended because the fruit releases water when thawed, which can make the salad watery.
Can You Make Fruit Salad Ahead of Time?
Yes. This easy creamy fruit salad recipe is perfect for making ahead.
Prepare the salad a few hours before serving and keep it chilled in the refrigerator. If using bananas or delicate fruit, add them just before serving.
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