Description
This Strawberry Cheesecake Dip is a quick and delightful dessert perfect for sharing. Creamy and tangy cream cheese and Greek yogurt combine with sweet vanilla and powdered sugar, while fresh strawberries bring a burst of juicy flavor. Serve it as a dip for fruit, cookies, or graham crackers for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Cheesecake Dip
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons confectioners sugar
Strawberry Glaze
- 1 cup strawberries
- 1 tablespoon confectioners sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheesecake Base: Using a mixer, combine the cream cheese, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of confectioners sugar. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps.
- Make the Strawberry Glaze: In a blender or food processor, blend the strawberries with the remaining 1 tablespoon of confectioners sugar until smooth and glossy, creating a sweet strawberry glaze.
- Combine and Serve: Mix half of the strawberry glaze into the cheesecake dip to incorporate the fresh strawberry flavor. Reserve the other half of the glaze to drizzle over the top for an attractive and flavorful finish. Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use room temperature cream cheese to make mixing easier.
- Fresh, ripe strawberries yield the best natural sweetness and flavor in this dip.
- This dip pairs wonderfully with graham crackers, fresh fruit slices, or vanilla wafers.
- If you prefer a thicker dip, chill the mixture for 30 minutes before serving.
- Can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours; stir well before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
