Description
This luscious Raspberry Dip combines the creamy richness of cream cheese and sour cream with the fresh, fruity burst of raspberries and raspberry preserves. Sweetened with powdered sugar, honey, and a hint of vanilla and lemon juice, this dip is the perfect no-bake appetizer or dessert addition for parties or casual gatherings. Easy to prepare and delightful to serve with crackers, wafers, or fresh fruit, it’s a surefire crowd-pleaser that always gets asked for.
Ingredients
Scale
Dip Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1/3 cup raspberry preserves
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Beat Cream Cheese: In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until it is smooth and creamy.
- Combine Ingredients: Add sour cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lemon juice, honey, and salt to the bowl and mix until the mixture is fully combined and fluffy.
- Fold in Raspberry Preserves: Gently fold the raspberry preserves into the creamy mixture to combine evenly without breaking them down completely.
- Prepare Fresh Raspberries: Lightly mash the fresh raspberries with a fork, keeping some small chunks for texture, then fold them gently into the dip mixture.
- Chill and Set: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld together.
- Serve: Before serving, stir the dip gently and optionally garnish with additional fresh raspberries for an attractive presentation.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, blend all ingredients together in a food processor until completely smooth.
- This dip pairs wonderfully with graham crackers, vanilla wafers, pretzels, or fresh fruit for dipping.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for best freshness.
