Description
Creamy strawberry cheesecake dip brings dessert dreams to life with its luscious blend of sweet and tangy flavors. Rich cream cheese and fresh strawberries create an irresistible treat you can’t wait to dive into with graham crackers or fresh fruit.
Ingredients
Scale
Dairy:
- 1 (226 grams) block cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
Sweeteners and Flavoring:
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup strawberry preserves or jam
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fresh Ingredients:
- ½ cup fresh strawberries, diced
- Optional: Extra strawberries or graham crackers for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the cream cheese base by vigorously whipping softened cream cheese in a medium mixing bowl until silky and free of lumps.
- Gradually incorporate powdered sugar and vanilla extract, blending thoroughly until the mixture achieves a uniform, creamy consistency.
- Delicately fold whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula, ensuring a light and airy texture without deflating the mixture.
- Create a vibrant layer by gently spreading strawberry preserves across the surface of the creamy mixture, allowing it to cascade elegantly.
- Artfully scatter freshly diced strawberries over the preserves, distributing them evenly to provide bursts of fruity flavor and textural contrast.
- Seal the dip with a protective covering and transfer to the refrigerator, allowing the flavors to harmonize and intensify for a minimum of 30 minutes.
- When ready to serve, present the chilled dip alongside an array of accompaniments such as crisp graham crackers, sweet vanilla wafers, seasonal fresh fruit, or crunchy pretzels for a delightful dipping experience.
Notes
- Soften cream cheese completely at room temperature for the smoothest, creamiest texture without lumps.
- Use full-fat cream cheese and whipped topping for richer, more indulgent flavor that holds its shape better.
- Drain strawberry preserves slightly to prevent excess liquid from making the dip runny, ensuring a perfect consistency.
- Customize this dip by swapping strawberry preserves with other fruit spreads like raspberry or mixed berry for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 202
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 140 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 32 mg