This cream cheese fruit dip It’s creamy and sour, with just the right amount of sweetness, like brown sugar caramel. Eat with fresh fruit or crunchy graham crackers for the perfect protein-rich snack.
Why You’ll Love This Healthy Cream Cheese Fruit Dip
Our family loves fruit, so it’s not that hard to get kids to devour its little glory. But there’s something about the dip that takes it a step further. Almost entered the realm of dessert. That’s exactly what we do in the summer when the produce is at its peak.
This creamy, tangy fruit dip is just perfect. Not only does it provide a hint of sweetness, but it also provides healthy protein. Made with cream cheese, plain Greek yogurt, and a touch of brown sugar, this incredibly simple yet delicious dip is a favorite in our household.
Ingredients needed to make this cream cheese fruit dip:
- Cream cheese– I used regular cream cheese this time, but Neufchâtel is also delicious.
- greek yogurt– I used whole milk plain Greek yogurt.
- brown sugar– We love the caramel-like flavor that brown sugar brings to this dip, but you can also use maple syrup.
- vanilla extract
How to make cream cheese fruit dip:
- Soften the cream cheese. The key is to bring the cream cheese to room temperature before mixing. Otherwise, you will end up with a clumpy fruit dip.
- Mix until smooth and creamy. First, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Then add yogurt, brown sugar and vanilla. Mix until nice and creamy, about 1 minute.
- Chill. Refrigerate until ready to eat. Enjoy with a fresh fruit platter and graham crackers.
Tips and Suggestions
What should I serve with fruit dip?
This creamy, tangy-sweet dip is delicious with a variety of dippers. Some of our favorites are listed below.
- strawberry
- banana
- apple slice
- raspberry
- fresh pineapple
- mango slice
- grapes
- pear slices
- blueberry
- watermelon
- cantaloupe
- honeydew
- graham cracker
- vanilla wafer
- angel food cake
- shortbread cookies
How to store leftover cream cheese fruit dip:
Store leftover fruit dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 5-7 days.
variation
Feel free to experiment with ingredients to find your new favorite flavor combination.Try adding 2-3 teaspoons of orange, lemon, or lime enthusiasm. You can also use different flavors of yogurt.
More delicious dip recipes:
cream cheese fruit dip
This cream cheese fruit dip It’s creamy and sour, with just the right amount of sweetness, like brown sugar caramel. Eat with fresh fruit or crunchy graham crackers for the perfect protein-rich snack.
Portion: 8 one serving
calorie: 309kcal
- 8 ounce Cream cheese
- 8 ounce plain greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
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Leave the cream cheese at room temperature on the counter or unwrap and microwave in 15 second increments to soften.
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Place the softened cream cheese in a large bowl and beat with a hand mixer until smooth. Add Greek yogurt, brown sugar and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
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Transfer to a serving bowl and chill in the refrigerator until ready to eat. Serve with your favorite fresh fruit such as apples, bananas, strawberries and pineapples.
calorie: 309kcal | carbohydrates: 29g | protein: 8g | obesity: 20g | saturated fat: 7g | sodium: 141mg | fiber: Fiveg | sugar: 18g
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We all love fruit, but it tastes even better when we can dip it in something delicious. fun!
Natalie Monson
I am a registered dietitian, mother of four, food enthusiast and a strong advocate of healthy habits. Here you’ll find delicious fruit and vegetable-heavy recipes, tips to help your child eat better and more intuitively, and tons of resources for feeding your family.
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