Fruit Dip, a creamy, dreamy blend, requires only four ingredients! It’s the perfect smooth, tangy, sweet accompaniment for fresh fruit!
Fruit Dip
With only four ingredients and a few minutes to whip this together, you can’t go wrong!
Fruit Dip Ingredients
- Cream cheese: Use full-fat and high-quality brands for the best results.
- Marshmallow fluff: Best quality brand delivers the best results. I love Kraft®.
- Lime juice: Just a tiny bit gives this dip the most amazing flavor.
- Coconut extract: This is optional! You can also use orange extract instead.
Quick Tip
Marshmallow fluff is sticky and gooey—I love it! To scoop it out easily, rinse a spoon with hot water, dry it, and then scoop.
How To Make Cream Cheese Fruit Dip
- Soften the cream cheese in the microwave for a few seconds until just soft.
- Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add fluff, lime juice, and optional coconut extract, and mix until creamy.
- Chill in the fridge for about an hour.
- Serve with dry fruit or snacks for dipping. Enjoy!
What To Dip In Fruit Dip
- Fresh fruit, of course! My favorites are green and/or red grapes, blackberries, blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, pineapple chunks, kiwi, and bananas.
- Other treats can include cubed pound cake, cubed Rice Krispie Treats®, brownie bites, large marshmallows, pretzels, and graham crackers.
Variations
Switch Things Up
- Yogurt Option: Mix in yogurt and softened whipped topping instead of fluff and cream cheese.
- Strawberry Twist: Swap plain cream cheese with strawberry cream cheese.
- Whipped Cream: Make as directed below, then mix in one 8-ounce tub of whipped topping.
- Chocolate Fruit Dip: See the recipe here!
- Try different flavors: You can try clementine juice with vanilla, lemon juice with lemon extract, or lime juice with orange extract.
Tips For Success
- Fully dry the fruit: Even a little liquid keeps the dip from sticking.
- Chill time: The fruit tastes best when cold. I like to refrigerate it for at least an hour before serving.
- Use full-fat ingredients to keep the dip thick, not watery.
Storage
Storing Cream Cheese Fruit Dip
How long does Fruit Dip last?
It lasts up to 7 days in the fridge, covered tightly. If it separates, give it a quick stir.
Can I make this in advance?
Yes! Store in the fridge for up to a week. Add lime juice just before serving.
Can I freeze it?
Yes! Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 1 month, then thaw in the fridge overnight. Whisk before serving. It’s best when fresh, though.
More Delicious Desserts
- Rice Krispie Treats (or Fruity Pebbles Rice Krispie Treats)
- Scotcheroos chocolate butterscotch bars
- Lemon Bars with a shortbread crust
- Vanilla Cheesecake Bars with a graham cracker crust
- Snickerdoodle Cookies soft and chewy cookies!
Easy Fruit Dip
Fruit Dip, a creamy, dreamy blend, requires only four ingredients! It's the perfect smooth, tangy, sweet accompaniment for fresh fruit!
Ingredients
- 1 package (8 ounces) full-fat cream cheese (good quality such as Philadelphia)
- 1 container (7 ounces) marshmallow fluff (good quality such as Kraft)
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/8 teaspoon coconut extract, optional (Note 1)
Instructions
- SOFTEN CREAM CHEESE: Remove the cardboard box and inner foil wrapper from the block of cream cheese. Place in a microwave-safe bowl or plate and microwave for 15 seconds. Flip the block of cream cheese over and microwave for another 10-15 seconds or until softened. Time will vary depending on your microwave; just remember you want it softened– not melted.
- Place softened cream cheese in a large bowl and beat with a hand mixer until smooth and no lumps remain. Use a HOT spoon (run a spoon under hot water and dry it off) to scoop out the marshmallow fluff. Add fluff to the bowl along with the lime juice and coconut extract. Beat until smooth and creamy.
- Cover and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled. (I like to give it about 60 minutes.) Serve with your favorite fruit or other snacks to dip in. (See blog post for suggestions.) For fruit, make sure it is 100% dry before serving it with the dip– otherwise, the dip slides right off!
Recipe Notes
Note 1: Coconut extract: Feel free to increase the amount of coconut extract to personal preference. The flavors intensify as they sit. You can also use a different extract such as orange or lemon.
Nutrition
Serving: 4ounces | Calories: 107kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 199mg | Potassium: 83mg | Fiber: 0.01g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 17IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 0.1mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
