Pioneer Woman Grape Salad Recipe

so. Pioneer Woman grape salad recipe. it’s cold, creamy, crunchy-sweet, and honestly weirdly addictive?? like dessert disguised as something you’d take to a potluck to “balance” the meal. bonus: it’s fast. no stove. no oven. just mix, chill, and try not to eat the whole bowl standing at the fridge.

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Ingredients Needed

8 oz. cream cheese (softened): base layer of tangy richness.
1 cup sour cream: smooths it all out. adds that creamy vibe.
¼ cup granulated sugar: for a touch of sweetness.
1 tsp. vanilla extract: makes it taste like an actual dessert.
4 lbs. red seedless grapes (chilled): the main thing. cold is non-negotiable.
¾ cup brown sugar: for that top-layer caramel vibe.
1 cup walnuts or pecans (toasted + chopped): adds crunch, flavor, actual purpose.

How To Make Pioneer Woman Grape Salad

Mix the creamy stuff:
grab a big bowl. throw in cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, vanilla. stir like you mean it till smooth-ish.

Add the grapes:
fold them in gently. like, don’t mash ‘em. just coat them all pretty and creamy.

Make the topping:
mix brown sugar + toasted chopped nuts in a little bowl. looks weird but tastes amazing.

Assemble + chill:
sprinkle that sugar-nut mix all over the grapes. cover. fridge for an hour minimum. overnight’s better. but also? who waits.

Serve cold:
spoon it into bowls or just give everyone a fork. no judgment.

Recipe Tips

toasted nuts = way more flavor. don’t skip it.
chill the grapes first. otherwise it’s just… sad.
adjust the sugar. it’s sweet as-is but up to you.
works as dessert or side dish. somehow.

How to Store & Reheat

Room Temperature: nah. always keep it cold.
Fridge: airtight container, 3 days max.
Freezer: don’t. it gets weird. grapes go gross.

Nutrition Facts (Approx. per serving)

Calories: 341
Sodium: 72 mg
Protein: 4 g
Fat: 17 g
Carbs: 48 g
Fibre: 2 g
Sugar: loads (let’s be honest — it’s sweet)

FAQs

Can I use green grapes instead?

yep. or mix red + green for color. just make sure they’re seedless.

Is there a lighter version?

you could try light cream cheese + Greek yogurt. it’ll work, but flavor’s not exactly the same.

Do I have to use nuts?

nope. but it won’t have that crunch. maybe try granola or crushed pretzels.

Can I make it ahead of time?

yes. actually better the next day. flavors settle in.

How sweet is it?

pretty sweet. like, definitely a dessert-in-disguise vibe.