Cream Cheese Fruit Dip

My cream cheese fruit dip is my favorite dip to enjoy at get-togethers and just for snacking. I love making it as a way for my kids to eat more fruit, and it just tastes great!

My Family’s Favorite Fruit Dip With Cream Cheese

I created my cream cheese fruit dip recipe one afternoon when I wanted a quick homemade snack for my kids, but I knew I had way too much fruit that was about to go bad. So my idea happened.

My favorite part is that I can make it in just 5 minutes with simple ingredients, and it gets my kids to eat more yogurt, too. I can’t tell you how many times my daughter Leah asks me to buy extra yogurt and doesn’t end up eating it, so problem solved!

Now, 4 years later, my son Connor still asks me to make it constantly. And, it’s my secret way to use up all the fruit at the end of the week.

It’s also been easy to put together for any party, especially Thanksgiving and Christmas, and through the summer months when more fresh fruit is in season here in NY. Thank goodness it needs minimal prep!

And, if you love fruit dip recipes, try my recipes for Cool Whip fruit dip, funfetti dip, yogurt fruit dip, my Oreo fluff recipe, and chocolate fruit dip.

Fruit Dip recipe Ingredients

• Cream cheese – This brings in some added creaminess to the fruit dip. I use full-fat for the best flavor.
• Greek yogurt – I use plain Greek yogurt, but I’ve also substituted flavored yogurt and vanilla yogurt with success too!
• Powdered sugar – I find my fruit dip needs a little added sweetness to it and powdered sugar keeps the texture smooth.
• Vanilla – This adds a hint of flavor to the dip, especially when I use plain Greek yogurt.

How to Make Fruit Dip with Cream Cheese

A full printable version of this recipe with ingredient measurements is available at the bottom of this post.

STEP ONE: In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese with Greek yogurt. Mix these together until it’s smooth. I recommend using a hand mixer.

STEP TWO: Next, add the powdered sugar. Stir it in, making sure it’s fully mixed.

STEP THREE: Add in the vanilla extract and continue mixing until everything is well blended.

Tips for the Best Cream Cheese Fruit Dip

• I use a hand mixer to make the dip faster and get a nice and smooth consistency. Mixing it by hand can sometimes cause little clumps of cream cheese if it’s not softened enough.
• I take my time making the dip to make sure it is creamy. It only takes 5 minutes to put together, so I take those full 5 minutes to mix it up as creamy as possible.
• Gradually adding the powdered sugar allows me to taste and adjust the sweetness of the dip. I usually add half the sugar, taste it, and keep adding it in until it’s the sweetness level I want.
• Only use room temperature cream cheese for the easiest mixing and a smooth texture. I find that if it’s too cold, it can form lumps in the dip. It’s still edible, but doesn’t look the best.
• For an even smoother dip, I sift the powdered sugar to prevent any clumps. It blends easier and faster too.

Easy Fruit Dip Variations and substitutions

• I swap the full-fat cream cheese for low-fat cream cheese or fat-free cream cheese when I want to make a lighter version. It’s not as creamy, but it still tastes great.
• I substitute the yogurt and powdered sugar for marshmallow dip a lot in the summer. It makes my kids think about s’mores, and they love the change in flavor.
• Adding in a touch of citrus or zest, like lemon or orange, can add some extra flavor.
• I’ve experimented with different cream cheeses, like strawberry cream cheese, and honey tastes great!
• When I’m making my dip in the fall, I love to add ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon and ¼ teaspoon of ground nutmeg to create a pumpkin spice vibe.

What to Serve with My Cream Cheese Fruit Dip Recipe

I love serving my fruit dip recipe with different kinds of fruit like strawberries, apples, grapes, pineapple, and blueberries. It also tastes great with foods like pretzels, graham crackers, animal crackers, and vanilla wafers.

Connor’s favorite is when I have leftover angel food cake he can dip into it and sliced up bananas.

Cream Cheese Fruit Dip FAQs

What should I do if my fruit dip recipe is too sweet?

I only put about half the powdered sugar in my recipe and taste it while adding the rest in. This way, I can adjust the sweetness level to the fruits I’m using and my preferences.

If I’ve added too much in, I add a bit more Greek yogurt and cream cheese in and it evens the sweetness level out.

Can I leave my fruit dip with cream cheese out at room temperature?

My fruit dip is meant to stay cold, so I recommend only having it out on the counter for up to 2 hours.

If I’m serving it at a party or picnic as a fruit tray dip where it will be warm or out longer, I have it served on top of some ice to help it stay cool.

How to store leftovers

I store leftovers tightly covered in plastic wrap or in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 6 days.

However, if it was sitting outside in the sun or on the counter for more than 2 hours at room temperature, I toss it that day.

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• Fruit salad with cool whip
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