Easy Fruit Dip That’s Perfect for Parties

Unlike permed bangs, shoulder pads, and neon everything, the recipe for Easy Fruit Dip has stood the test of time. My family and I have been devouring this sweet and yummy fruit dip recipe since the 80s!

(You can’t say the same about acid washed jeans, can you?)

Made with just 3 ingredients, it’s whippy, fluffy texture and marshmallow meets cheesecake flavor makes this cream cheese fruit dip ABSOLUTELY IRRESISTIBLE.

Trust me when I tell you from lots of personal experience that it is so hard to stop eating!

Watch How to Make It

Crowd Pleasing Fruit Dip

My easy fruit dip is a hit at parties, holidays, BBQs, baby and bridal showers, etc. Set out with a platter of fresh fruit accompaniments for a gorgeous addition to any dessert or appetizer spread.

That said, I cannot tell you how excited my brothers and I became anytime my Mom had this dip ready and waiting for us to eat after school as kids. It’s delicious enough to be served as dessert, but easy enough to make any day of the week.

What is Fruit Dip Made Of?

• Marshmallow fluff – Also known as Marshmallow Creme. I use the “Marshmallow Fluff” brand of marshmallow creme, which I find at World Market, as it’s gluten free. Kraft is another great option.
• Softened cream cheese – I typically 1/3 less fat cream cheese in this recipe, though full fat is fine too.
• Orange juice concentrate – The frozen kind that comes in a can (speaking of the 80s!) Use the remaining concentrate to make a pitcher of orange juice.

What to Serve with Fruit Dip

I can’t think of a fruit or berry that wouldn’t be delicious dolloped with this yummy cream cheese fruit dip, though we’ve always served it with the following:

• Grapes
• Strawberries
• Pineapple chunks
• Apple slices
• Sliced bananas
• Cantaloupe
• Graham crackers
• Nilla wafers

Can I Make Fruit Dip Dairy Free?

Yes! To make dairy free fruit dip, use vegan cream cheese instead of regular cream cheese.

I like Kite Hill or Violife vegan cream cheeses. If you can taste a little “funk” at the end, add a teaspoon of vanilla extract or scoop of powdered sugar. That said, dairy free cream cheese has come a LONG way, and is actually very delicious in this recipe.

How to Make Homemade Fruit Dip

Start by scooping marshmallow fluff into a large, microwave-safe mixing bowl then microwave for 15 seconds to soften it up a bit. Next add thawed orange juice concentrate plus cream cheese that’s been softened to room temperature.

Use an electric mixer to whip the dip until it’s very, very smooth. Cover the mixing bowl then place it into the refrigerator for several hours or up to overnight. 

When it’s time to serve, scoop the dip into a festive bowl then surround it on a platter by your favorite fruits and dippers. I’m telling you — the best!

How to Avoid Lumpy Fruit Dip

From time to time you may have little lumps of cream cheese in your whipped fruit dip, which doesn’t affect the flavor of course, but a smooth and creamy dip is part of the presentation.

Hare are my two best tips and pointers for avoiding or troubleshooting lumpy fruit dip:

1. Let the cream cheese fully soften. It’s important that your cream cheese is very VERY soft before attempting to mix it with the other ingredients. I leave my cream cheese out for several hours ahead of making the fruit dip.
2. Troubleshooting lumpy dip. If, despite your best efforts, you still see a few lumps, let the dip sit on the counter for 20 minutes then blast through it again with a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment.

More Easy Dessert Recipes

• Gluten Free Strawberry Shortcake
• Dirt Cake
• Easy Gluten Free Apple Crisp
• Gluten Free Sugar Cookie Bars
• Triple Berry Crumb Bars
• Oreo Mousse
• Gluten Free Blueberry Crisp

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