The Best Fruit Dip Recipe
A creamy, crowd‑pleasing fruit dip blending cream cheese, marshmallow fluff, and honey. Perfect for summer gatherings and party platters.
Ingredients
- 8 oz full‑fat cream cheese softened
- ½ cup marshmallow crème
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract optional
- Zest of ½ lemon or orange optional
Instructions
- Let cream cheese soften at room temperature for 20 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
- Fold in marshmallow crème until fully combined.
- Stir in honey, vanilla, and zest. Taste and adjust.
- Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve with fresh fruit and enjoy!
Notes
- Essential equipment: Use a rubber spatula for gentle folding to keep the dip light and airy.
- Room‑temperature tip: Let your cream cheese sit out for at least 20 minutes so it blends smoothly with the marshmallow crème.
- Sweetness adjustment: Start with 2 tbsp honey, then taste. Add more honey or a splash of maple syrup if you prefer extra sweetness.
- Chill time: Chilling at least 30 minutes helps the flavors meld and the dip firm up. For best texture, don’t skip this step.
- Fruit prep: Pat fruit dry with a paper towel before dipping to prevent the dip from becoming watery.
- Make‑ahead hack: You can prepare the dip up to 24 hours in advance—just give it a quick stir before serving.
- Texture trick: If your dip is too thick after chilling, stir in 1 tsp milk or cream to loosen it.
- Common mistake to avoid: Overmixing can deflate the marshmallow fluff; fold gently until streaks disappear.
- Scaling: This recipe doubles easily—just use a larger bowl and mix at low speed or by hand.
- Flavor pairing idea: Garnish with a sprinkle of finely chopped fresh mint or a drizzle of extra honey right before serving.