Description
This creamy and sweet Raspberry Dip is a delightful no-bake dessert spread made with cream cheese and fresh raspberries. Perfect for parties or casual gatherings, it combines smooth cream cheese with bursts of raspberry flavor and a touch of sweetness. Easy to prepare and ideal for serving with cookies or fresh fruit, this dip brings a refreshing twist to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Dip Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup raspberry preserves
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Base: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a hand mixer until it becomes smooth and creamy, providing a perfect base for the dip.
- Add Sweeteners and Flavorings: Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt to the cream cheese. Beat again thoroughly until the mixture is fully combined and fluffy, ensuring a balanced sweetness and flavor.
- Incorporate Raspberries and Preserves: Gently fold in the fresh raspberries along with the raspberry preserves. Be careful to leave some raspberry pieces intact to add texture and bursts of flavor.
- Chill the Dip: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and place it in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes. This chilling time allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Serve: Before serving, stir the dip lightly to recombine any settled ingredients. Enjoy it with graham crackers, vanilla wafers, shortbread cookies, or fresh fruit.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, blend the raspberries first and strain out the seeds before mixing into the dip.
- This dip pairs excellently with graham crackers, vanilla wafers, shortbread cookies, or fresh fruit.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
