Fruit Dip
I’m eating so much fruit lately and can never seem to get enough, especially watermelon. I think it’s because I’m so dang thirsty. I have been spending a ridiculous amount of money on fruit over the past few weeks and have been loving just making a huge container of assorted fruits to snack on during the week.
Fruit dip is one of those things I rarely have, but sometimes I just get a hankering for it. And how perfect would fruit dip be for your summer parties? Totally perfect. Fruit dips can be made in a lot of ways. I’ve seen them with marshmallow fluff or pudding. I opted for light cream cheese and a container of vanilla yogurt. It helps keep the sugar and calories down, but you’ll still feel like you are treating yourself to something special. So you’ve got cream cheese and yogurt. I know, so difficult, but summer eats shouldn’t be difficult! I added in some lemon juice and lemon zest for extra flavor. I didn’t add any sweeteners to mine because I felt the yogurt made it sweet enough, but you can easily sweeten it if you prefer. You can also have fun experimenting with different flavors of yogurts. You know I love versatility!
This dip is so fluffy and is the perfect accompaniment to a big bowl of fresh fruit. How could you NOT dip fruit in this?! And I think at this point, I have tried pretty much every fruit you can imagine and they all pair perfectly so go crazy!
Fruit Dip
Fruit Dip - a nice and light dip made with low fat cream cheese and yogurt. The perfect dip for any fruit and contains no added sugar!
Ingredients
- 1 (8-ounce) block cream cheese (can use reduced fat or Neufchâtel)
- 1 (6-ounce) container vanilla yogurt (regular, low fat, or Greek) (you can also experiment with other flavors!)
- 3 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- lemon zest (optional)
- honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar to sweeten (optional; add to taste)
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a food processor and process until smooth. Serve immediately with fresh fruit or chill in the fridge until ready to serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1/4thAmount Per Serving: Calories: 97Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 52mgCarbohydrates: 16gFiber: 0gSugar: 15gProtein: 3g
12 Comments on “Fruit Dip”
I haven’t had fruit dip in a long time. It might be time to bring it back.
Fruit dip is a must in the summer! Love the versatility of this one!
It looks so creamy and delectable. This would be perfect for a summer get together!
ahh you said it perfectly… summer eats should be easy peasy! Because then you have more time for sunshine and nothing :)
This looks great… Feel like it would delicious on some kind of fruit tart, too!
Mmm fruits are so perfect with creamy dips – your recipe is perfection :D
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Choc Chip Uru
Who would’ve thought that the lovely white dip has so much in it! Kiwi, strawberry, mango – I would love to dip my favourite fruits in that zesty dip!
Julie
Gourmet Getaways
So easy and yummy!! I love making this sort of dip when my girlfriends come over…it’s a perfect summer treat.
Mmm fruits are so perfect with creamy dips
We love fruit dips in this house… this one is a must try soon. :)
Ooh, I’ve been eating fruit NONSTOP this summer! For some reason, grapes have been my #1 so far — I cannot get enough! This fruit dip looks so refreshing and summery!
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