Just in time for the Fourth of July, we are bringing back a favorite recipe from the With Two Spoons archive that is easy to dress up with some red, white, and blue! This Creamy Vanilla Fruit Dip is a summer time entertaining staple. With only four simple ingredients, it is ready in just a few minutes and is perfect for kids and adults. We first published this recipe in April of last year and it has quickly become a favorite!
[Originally published April 24, 2018]
Spring has finally sprung here in the midwest and, after surviving nearly two feet of new snow last week, the sun is out and I just went for a run in shorts and a tee shirt. My gratitude for the warm weather knows no bounds after this doozy of a winter! In addition to warmer temps, one of my favorite things about this time of year is that spring means berry season. My kids, who would probably live on berries if I let them, are especially excited about the rapidly increasing abundance of fresh fruit. While we typically just eat berries plain (by the handful or pint!), sometimes I love to serve them with this Creamy Vanilla Fruit Dip. It’s a simple recipe, perfect for parties and really makes your average berry feel like a special dessert.
I think my favorite thing about our Creamy Vanilla Fruit Dip is just how easy it is to make. It requires only a few simple ingredients, a mixer, and less than 5 minutes of your time. Simply plop a softened block of cream cheese and six ounces of greek yogurt into the bowl of a mixer. Add a generous tablespoon of honey and a teaspoon of vanilla bean paste and whip it up until smooth and slightly fluffy. This is a thick, creamy dip so if you want it a little thinner, try adding a small splash of almond milk.
A quick note about vanilla bean paste. It is definitely one of those ingredients that can be a bit of a kitchen investment. I love and use Nielsen-Massey (affiliate links) but here is another option available on Amazon for less! That being said, a little bit goes a long way and it adds the best vanilla flavor and those gorgeous flecks of bean that I love. I use it in this dip, homemade ice cream, and lots of baked goods! That all being said, you can absolutely make this dip with vanilla extract (1:1 substitution) and it will taste great! You will lose the beautiful bean flecks and may get a minor yellowish tint, but it will still be delicious.
It’s absolutely delicious with fresh fruits but also works well as a dip for graham or animal crackers for the kids in your life. I actually love to spread the dip on graham crackers and top them with fresh berries for a quick and easy treat that tastes just like cheesecake, minus about a thousand calories!
Creamy Vanilla Fruit Dip
A simple, creamy fruit dip made with cream cheese, greek yogurt, and a hint of vanilla bean.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened (I recommend either full fat or low fat; avoid non-fat)
- 6 ounces plain greek yogurt
- 1.5 Tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
Instructions
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Combine all of the ingredients in a stand mixer and beat on medium until light and fluffy.
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Serve immediately or refrigerate (covered) for up to 3 days.
Looks like a great way to say, “HEY, Winter!! Go have a seat somewhere!” I know this winter has been hard on so many regions. This a great intro to summer.
Winter has been killer (and so, so long) in Minneapolis this year! We love winter here, but this one has outstayed it’s welcome!
Love an easy fruit dip to make quickly and serve. Yeah for spring.
YAY! YAY! YAY! for spring!
Love fruit dip but I am obsessing over the addition of the vanilla bean here! This is a must try for me!
I was skeptical, Holly insisted on the paste, 100% worth it!
This looks so yummy and healthy! I love fresh fruit so I need to try this!
Super fun addition to the fresh fruit in your life!
This looks DELICIOUS. My kids go through TUBS of yogurt each week lol and this is something I think they’ll enjoy. I pinned this and will definitely be trying it out. Thanks so much for sharing. PS: your food photography skills are amazing!
Wow, thanks so much for the sweet comment and the pin, Mallaury! I hope your kids love the dip!
Yum! This looks amazing and so delicious and easy to make. I am a huge fan of cream cheese but find greek yogurt hard to swallow. I will have to track down vanilla bean paste! Exciting recipe. thanks for sharing it.
I think you could definitely try a thicker conventional yogurt (maybe a good whole milk yogurt!) if you don’t like greek. Let us know if you try it!
My kids will love this! Thanks for sharing- looks delicious!
Thanks so much. I hope your kids love it!
This sounds like something I want right now! Perfect to fuel me up while I work
It’s definitely a great while-you-work snack!
This dip looks and sounds so so good! I love berry season 🙂
Thank you! Berry season is definitely the best!!
YUM! This looks so so wonderful! I am going to have to make this this weekend! Thank you so much for sharing!
It’s delicious-and EASY! Enjoy!
This looks so yummy! I can’t wait to try this! Here’s a recipe I think you might like: Thai Style Coconut Chicken
I think you might be absolutely right! Can’t wait to check it out!