Cream Cheese Fruit Dip is a creamy, sweet, delicious treat that’s easy to make with cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, whipping cream and marshmallows. It is great for showers, parties and after school snacks! 

Cream cheese fruit dip on a platter with berries and cookies.

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Dessert dips like this cream cheese fruit dip are party-perfect crowd-pleasers! Sweet, creamy and totally irresistible, it’s the kind of treat guests can’t stop dipping into.

At a recent get-together, I served it alongside a few other desserts—and it disappeared fast. Everyone was raving about it and asking for the recipe, so of course, I had to share it here!

Why you’ll love this recipe

  • Quick + easy to make. There’s not many dessert recipes this quick and easy! Ready in just about 20 minutes, including prep time. Allow extra time, if you’d like to serve it chilled.
  • Delicious. The combination of the sweet, juicy fruit, crunchy cookies and creamy dip is irresistible.
  • Fun & festive. Gather some toothpicks, the fruit and other dippers, and set it all out with this dip. Guests are going to go crazy for it!
  • Versatile. You get to choose how this light and luscious dessert dip will hit your lips! Will it be piled on a pretzel, scooped up with a graham cracker, covering a piece of fruit, or maybe layered on a cookie?

LOVE LOVE LOVE! I’ve been making this for YEARS! Parties, BBQS, showers, potlucks. My friends and family call it “crack dip” because you can’t get enough!

— Lorna

Ingredients needed

This marshmallow fruit dip recipe has so much flavor, yet it’s made with just 5 simple ingredients that are easy to find. Here’s what you’ll need:

Marshmallows, vanilla, powdered sugar and cream cheese in small white bowls.
  • Cream cheese. For silky smooth dip, be sure to soften the cream cheese.
  • Powdered sugar. To perfectly sweeten this treat.
  • Vanilla extract. Adds a nice boost of flavor.
  • Heavy whipping cream. Makes the dip light and airy.
  • Mini marshmallows. We recommend toasting the marshmallows for a lovely toasty flavor, however marshmallow cream or fluff from a jar works too.

How to make this recipe

You’re going to love how easy this is to whip up! Follow these simple steps:

Printable recipe card below.

Cream cheese and vanilla in a bowl.

Step 1. Add room temperature cream cheese, powdered sugar and vanilla to a large mixing bowl.

Whipping heavy whipping cream with cream cheese.

Step 2. Use an electric stand mixer or hand mixer to blend. Then, add in the heavy cream and beat until light, fluffy and thick, about 3 minutes.

Toasted marshmallows on a baking sheet.

Step 3. Place mini marshmallows onto a baking sheet and broil on low to toast.

Mixing toasted marshmallows into dip.

Step 4. Add toasty marshmallows into dip and stir. Alternatively, stir marshmallow creme into cream cheese mixture. 

Dipping a graham cracker into fruit dip.

Step 5. Chill the dip in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving. Spoon into serving bowl. Serve with any desired cookies and fruit.

Dipping options

The options are literally endless here. Stroll through the produce section and snack section of your local grocery store and get anything you’re craving. Here are some ideas to get you started:

  • Store–bought cookies. Oreos, Nutter Butters, Pirouettes, Milanos, graham crackers, mini chocolate chip cookies, animal crackers, vanilla wafers
  • Homemade cookies. These chewy chocolate chip cookies are our favorite!
  • Other treats. brownies, cubed pound cake, Rice Krispie treats, pretzels
  • Fresh fruit. strawberries, apple slices, blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, peaches, kiwis, bananas (Cut banana slices just before serving and drizzle with a little lemon juice to keep them from browning too quickly.)

Expert tips

  • Soften the cream cheese. Be sure the cream cheese is softened for best results and the smoothest, creamiest dip.
  • Thoroughly dry the fruit. If your fruit is not completely dry, the dip won’t stick to it as well.
  • Chill the dip. For the best taste and texture, chill the dip in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.
  • Full fat dairy. Use full fat cream cheese and heavy whipping cream to ensure a thick, rich end product.

Frequently asked questions

What is the fruit dip made of?

All fruit dip recipes are a bit different, but most contain cream cheese and marshmallow fluff. This yogurt fruit dip even includes Greek yogurt for a little protein boost. My recipe is unique because of the addition of toasted marshmallows, which is SO delicious.

What type of fruit is best for a fruit tray?

Some of our favorite fruits to serve on a fruit platter and that pair well with this dip are: apples, mandarin oranges, grapes, berries, pineapple, melon, and kiwi.

Does fruit dip have to be refrigerated?

Yes, you’ll need to refrigerate fruit dip because of the dairy in the cream cheese and the heavy whipping cream.

Storage recommendation

Leftovers will last up to about 5 days, covered tightly or in an airtight container in the fridge. Give it a good stir to re-incorporate the ingredients before serving.

Graham cracker sticks and a strawberry in a creamy dessert dip.

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Cream Cheese Fruit Dip

Yield: 16 servings
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Cream Cheese Fruit Dip is a creamy, sweet, delicious treat that’s easy to make with cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, whipping cream and marshmallows. It is great for showers, parties and after school snacks!
Author: Kim

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 3 cups mini marshmallows or marshmallow fluff
  • fruit and cookies for dipping

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Instructions 

  • In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla together to combine until smooth. Add in the heavy cream and and use an electric mixer to beat until light, fluffy and thick, about 3 minutes.
  • Place mini marshmallows onto a baking sheet and broil on low to toast. Add toasty marshmallows into dip and stir.
  • Chill the dip in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving. Spoon into serving bowl. Serve with any desired cookies and fruit.

Notes

This dip will last up to about 5 days, covered tightly in the fridge. Give it a good stir to re-incorporate the ingredients before serving.
photos by sierra ashleigh photography
Author: Kim
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Serving: 1serving, Calories: 210kcal, Carbohydrates: 17g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 15g, Saturated Fat: 9g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 4g, Cholesterol: 45mg, Sodium: 101mg, Potassium: 53mg, Fiber: 0.01g, Sugar: 14g, Vitamin A: 599IU, Vitamin C: 0.1mg, Calcium: 38mg, Iron: 0.1mg

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