Raspberry Cream Cheese Dip

This is a simple raspberry cream cheese dip that is a great cookie or fruit dip. Fresh raspberries, cream cheese, and more all mixed together for a and creamy cream cheese dip!

We paired this with some fresh fruit, vanilla wafer cookies, and even some pretzels for dipping. A simple but satisfying dessert dip that takes minutes to throw together.

This cream cheese fruit dip has fresh raspberries in it, but you can always swap it out with other fruit that you might want. Or swirl in some jam.

This Raspberry Fruit Dip Is…

• Creamy
• Sweet
• Great for dipping fruit, cookies, pretzels, and more.
• Make ahead dessert
• Can use fresh or frozen fruit.

• Cream Cheese
• Raspberries
• Powdered Sugar
• Butter
• Vanilla
• Milk

Substitutions For Recipe

First we want to say you don’t have to make changes. But if you decide you will find a handful of options. Therefore, customize this dessert dip recipe to fit your preference.

Lighten up with a low fat cream cheese if you want to lighten it up a bit.

Swirl in jam in replace of fresh fruit to still sweeten up and flavor your cream cheese dip recipe. Cream cheese and jelly is a great option as well.

You can use frozen fruit as well in replace.

Change out the fruit you use. Strawberries, blueberries, and more would be a great swap. If it is a firmer fruit smash it up first to help release flavor and juice.

How to Make

Full directions on how to make this raspberry cream cheese dip are in the printable recipe card. This is a visual walk-through to help you see how it is made.

Step One: First, start by adding the softened cream cheese, butter, milk and vanilla into a bowl.

Step Two: Next, with a mixer whip it up until nice and creamy. Make sure to scrape down the sides as needed.

Step Three: Next, pour in the powdered sugar and mix again.

Step Four: Finally, pour in the berries, and mix again making sure it breaks apart the berries. Then pour into a serving bowl and enjoy.

Expert Tips

Start with softened cream cheese and butter. Otherwise you will not that get ultra creamy texture you know and want.

Reserve some raspberries for garnishing the top of the fruit dip. This is a pretty way to dress it up, but also tells people what is inside.

Feel free to skip the butter if you would like. We love the richness it adds but you can leave it out if you prefer.

Make this dip a day in advance. You can store in the fridge and it will blend all the flavors together even more, and allows you to have it ready for when you need it.

Dippers for Fruit Dip

Here are a handful of ways you can whip up this dip and serve. We have found cookies and fruit are our favorites. The pretzels add a nice sweet and salty component which is tasty as well.

• Sandwich vanilla cookies
• Vanilla wafers
• Sugar Cookies
• Pretzels
• Fresh fruit
• Graham crackers
• And More

Keeping leftovers

You can store the fruit and cookie dip in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Just give a stir because it can separate a bit. Then pair with your usual dippers.

With all the dairy in the dip you will find it does not freeze well. As it thaws it will separate and break down quite a bit.

Common Question

How to soften cream cheese fast?

If you forgot to sit out your cream cheese you can do two other ways to soften your cream cheese. One you can get some warm water and place in a bowl. Add your packet of cream cheese in the foil wrapping in the warm water. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes. It will then be softened. u003cbru003eu003cbru003eThe other option is to unwrap and place cream cheese in a bowl and microwave for 30 seconds. Flip over and reheat for 20-30 seconds more. If your microwave runs hot, do for a less amount of time, to prevent melting the cream cheese.

How long can a dessert dip sit out at room temperature?

According to the FDA you don’t want your dip to be left out for more than 2 hours. If you have come close to the 2 hour mark, cover and place the fruit dip back in the fridge for a minimum of 30 minutes. This will help chill the dessert dip. u003cbru003eu003cbru003eThen you can return it to serving again. Once that 2 hour mark hits the temperature changes so much it can be a breeding ground for bacteria to begin growing.

Can we double this recipe?

Go right ahead and double or even triple the recipe. We wanted a smaller batch so we made a little. But you can honestly make as much of this raspberry dip as you would like.

How to tell if raspberries are spoiled?

You will know if raspberries are spoiled by the way they look and feel. Soft, mushy, or mold are the main signs to look for when looking for ripeness of these berries. Raspberries will also offer an off-putting smell as they begin to spoil.

Should you keep raspberries in the fridge?

Raspberries should be kept in the refrigerator, as they are delicate and will spoil if left out at room temperature for too long. If you won’t eat all your berries before they go bad, freeze them to use in other desserts like this dip, dump cakes, etc.

More Dips Using Cream Cheese

Here are some sweet and savory dips using cream cheese in them!

• No bake cheesecake dip
• Dill pickle dip
• Ambrosia Salad Dip
• Creamy Crack Dip

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Ingredients

Makes 1 cup

• 4 ounces Cream Cheese, softened at room temperature
• 2 Tablespoons Butter, softened at room temperature
• 1/4-1/3 cup Raspberries
• 2 Tablespoons Milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1 cup Powdered Sugar

Equipment

• KitchenAid Classic Plus Series 4.5-Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer, White

Method

1. In a bowl you are going to add your softened cream cheese, softened butter, vanilla and milk.
2. Use a hand or stand mixer and blend up the dip to create a nice creamy texture. Make sure to scrape down the sides occasionally.
3. Next slowly add in the powdered sugar, and mix until it is fully incorporated.
4. Toss in your washed and dried raspberries and mix again. You want the mixer to help break up the berries and disperse it throughout the dip.
5. Once well incorporated, serve your raspberry cream cheese dip with cookies, fresh fruit, pretzels, etc.

Kitchen notes

Raspberries –

You can use frozen berries in replace of fresh if you would like. Almond Extract – Instead of vanilla swap with almond extract for a delicious twist to the fruit dip. Cream Cheese – You can use a lower fat cream cheese if you want to lighten it up a bit. What to serve with raspberry cream cheese dip – Serve with fresh sliced fruit, cookies, pretzels, graham crackers or any other dippers you would like.