This yogurt fruit dip is a quick dip for strawberries, blueberries, fruit kabobs and fresh fruit platters. It is made with Greek yogurt, softened cream cheese, powdered sugar and fresh lemon juice, and it only takes a few minutes to mix together.
Whether it is a picnic, pool party or a fun day out with family, this fruit dip with yogurt is a great option for hot summer days.
How to make fruit dip with yogurt
Ingredients
Greek yogurt: Plain Greek yogurt gives the dip a thicker texture. Plain natural yogurt or sour cream can also be used, but the texture will be slightly different.
Cream cheese: Use softened cream cheese so the dip blends smoothly. If it is too cold, you may end up with small lumps.
Powdered sugar: This blends into the dip easily and adds sweetness. You can adjust the amount to your taste or try honey instead.
Fresh lemon juice: Fresh lemon is best. It gives the dip a brighter flavor and balances the sweetness.
Tools
- Electric whisk or food processor: To quickly mix everything. This is recommended, but the dip can be made without one.
- Fork or spoon: If mixing by hand.
- Bowl: Use one large enough to hold the dip and make mixing easy.
- Knife: To cut the lemon in half.
- Measuring cups and spoons
Once you have gathered all the ingredients, the preparation is simple.
Add the Greek yogurt, softened cream cheese, powdered sugar and fresh lemon juice to a bowl or food processor.
Mix until smooth. You can use an electric mixer, food processor, spoon or fork. An electric mixer or food processor will give you the smoothest result, but this can be done without one!
Taste and adjust if needed. If the dip tastes too tangy, add a little more powdered sugar. If it tastes too sweet, add a small squeeze of lemon juice.
Note: The full recipe card with measurements and full instructions is at the bottom of this post.
What fruit to serve with yogurt fruit dip
It goes well with many kinds of fresh fruit. Try it with:
- Strawberries
- Blueberries
- Grapes
- Apple slices
- Pineapple
- Melon
- Orange segments
- Fruit kabobs
- Rainbow fruit platter
- Red, white and blue fruit platter
For parties, serve the dip in a small bowl with fruit arranged around it. Fruit kabobs are also a good option because they are easy to grab and dip.
For summer holidays, pair it with strawberries, blueberries and a red, white and blue fruit platter, or serve it as part of a spread of easy 4th of July appetizers.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, it can be made up to 2 days ahead. Keep it covered in the fridge and stir it well before serving.
It keeps for 3 to 4 days in the fridge when stored properly.
Keep it covered and refrigerated until ready to serve. Use an airtight container, a lidded jar or a bowl covered with plastic wrap.
Tips and flavor ideas
You can serve the dip right away or store it covered in the fridge until ready to use.
It thickens in the fridge, especially when chilled overnight.
Stir before serving. Some lemon juice may separate slightly after chilling, but it comes back together once mixed.
Use softened cream cheese to make the dip smoother.
Adjust the quantities to your liking.
Double or triple the recipe when needed.
To change the flavor slightly, add a splash of vanilla, a little honey instead of powdered sugar or a pinch of cinnamon when serving it with apples.
Add a little extra fresh lemon juice if you prefer a more lemony dip.
Another sweet dip to serve with fresh fruit is this lemon curd dip.
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Yogurt Fruit Dip
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (see note 1)
- ½ cup cream cheese (softened)
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar (see note 2)
- ½ fresh lemon (juice only, see note 3)
Instructions
- Transfer all the ingredients into a bowl if mixing with an electric whisk or by hand. You can also use a food processor.
- Whisk, mix or process until smooth.
- Enjoy with your favorite fruits.
Notes
- Instead of Greek yogurt, you can use plain natural yogurt or sour cream. The texture will be slightly different.
- Powdered sugar or confectioner's sugar is the same as icing sugar.
- Use about 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice. If the dip tastes too sour, add more sugar. If it is too sweet, add more lemon juice.
- The dip thickens in the fridge and the lemon juice may separate slightly. Simply stir before serving.
- The recipe makes about 1½ cups of dip and serves about 6 people. It can be easily doubled or tripled if needed.
- Store covered in the fridge before serving.
- Fruit dip will keep in the fridge for 3 to 4 days when stored properly.
Nutrition
Nutrition values are estimates calculated from available data and may vary with ingredient brands and portion sizes.
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