Easy 3-Ingredient Cream Cheese Fruit Dip Recipe
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Easy 3-Ingredient Cream Cheese Fruit Dip Recipe
Description
The recipe starts by whipping heavy cream or a whipped topping to firm peaks, then beating softened cream cheese with sugar and vanilla until smooth. Folding the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture lightens it, resulting in a fluffy yet creamy consistency ideal for dipping. The dip can be served immediately or chilled for firmer texture.
The combination balances sweet and creamy elements without overpowering the flavor of the accompanying fruit. It works as a simple dessert or snack option to enhance seasonal or everyday fruit selections and other dippers like crackers or graham crackers.
Various extract flavors or additions like citrus zest, fruit purees, spices, or chocolate powder can customize the dip. Notes include ensuring cream cheese is fully softened for smoothness and considering sugar adjustments when using whipped toppings. Leftovers keep well refrigerated and can be softened again before serving.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened to room temperature
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar do not add sugar if using Cool Whip or whipped topping.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract try other extracts too, see post for ideas
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream or 8 ounces of whipped topping (3 cups) such as Cool Whip
- Fruit blueberries, melon, pineapple, grapes, any of your favorite or seasonal fruit, crackers, graham crackers, marshmallows and more. See post for loads of ideas, and dippers for dipping
Instructions
- In a large bowl, using a hand mixer or stand mixer, whip the whipped cream until stiff peaks form. Store in fridge until ready to use in the recipe.
- Using a hand mixer or stand mixer with the whisk attachment, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until blended and creamy.
- Fold in the whipped cream and stir until everything is combined. You can use the mixer on low to assist in getting the ingredients blended well.
- Serve immediately with fruit, or chill until ready to serve.
Notes
- Allow cream cheese to soften fully at room temperature for about 30 minutes before mixing to avoid lumps.
- Chill the dip for at least one hour to improve texture and flavor meld before serving.
- Use powdered sugar for a smoother texture compared to granulated sugar.
- Garnish dips with fresh fruit slices or mint leaves for presentation.
- Add a pinch of lemon or orange zest to enhance the flavor with a subtle citrus note.
- Experiment with different extracts like strawberry, almond, or caramel for flavor variations.
- For autumn, add warm spices such as cinnamon or nutmeg to the dip mixture.
- Chocolate lovers can mix in unsweetened cocoa powder for a chocolate dip variant.
- Flavored cream cheese or fruit purees can be swirled in for more variety.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 5-7 days; allow to soften before serving again.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 16servings (2 tablespoons)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 133 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving (2 tablespoons) | |
| Calories | 133kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 40mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 51mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 40mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 518IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.04mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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