Description
Sweet strawberry cheesecake dip brings classic dessert flavors into a luscious, creamy spread perfect for parties. Guests will dive into this effortless blend of cream cheese, fresh strawberries, and graham cracker crumbs, creating an irresistible treat that disappears quickly.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 (8 ounces / 226 grams) block cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) strawberry preserves or jam
- ½ cup (75 grams) fresh strawberries, diced
Sweet Ingredients:
- ½ cup (60 grams) powdered sugar
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
Flavoring Ingredient:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Garnish:
Extra strawberries or graham crackers
Instructions
- Prepare the foundational cream cheese blend by whipping softened cream cheese in a medium mixing bowl until silky and uniform using an electric mixer.
- Gradually incorporate powdered sugar and vanilla extract, blending thoroughly until the mixture becomes light and creamy with a consistent texture.
- Delicately fold in whipped topping using a spatula, ensuring a smooth integration without deflating the airy consistency of the mixture.
- Create a vibrant strawberry layer by gently spreading strawberry preserves across the surface of the cream cheese mixture, allowing for an even distribution.
- Enhance the visual and flavor profile by sprinkling freshly diced strawberries over the preserve layer, creating a colorful and textural topping.
- Seal the preparation in a covered container and transfer to the refrigerator, allowing the flavors to harmonize and the dip to chill for a minimum of 30 minutes.
- When ready to serve, remove from refrigeration and present alongside an assortment of dipping companions such as crisp graham crackers, sweet vanilla wafers, seasonal fresh fruit, or crunchy pretzels.
Notes
- Choose room temperature cream cheese for ultra-smooth mixing without lumps.
- Whip cream cheese gently to maintain its light, fluffy texture and prevent over-beating.
- For a lower-sugar version, swap powdered sugar with stevia or monk fruit sweetener and use sugar-free strawberry preserves.
- Elevate the dip’s presentation by creating swirled layers of strawberry preserves instead of a single top layer for a stunning visual effect.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg