Description
Indulgent cherry cheesecake dip brings creamy Philadelphia cream cheese together with sweet cherry preserves for a dreamy dessert experience. Guests will devour this simple, no-bake treat that perfectly balances tangy and fruity flavors, making you the star of any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) sour cream
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) cherry pie filling or 1 cup (150 grams) chopped fresh cherries
Sweeteners and Flavoring:
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) lemon juice
Serving Accompaniments:
- Graham crackers
- Pretzels
- Fresh fruit
Instructions
- Whip cream cheese, sour cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl until achieving a velvety, uniform consistency.
- Prepare the cherry component by mixing cherry pie filling or fresh cherries with a splash of lemon juice to enhance flavor complexity.
- Create an elegant marbled effect by delicately incorporating the cherry mixture into the creamy cheesecake base, using gentle folding techniques.
- Refrigerate the dip for a minimum of 60 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and texture to set perfectly.
- Present the chilled dip alongside complementary dippers such as crisp graham crackers, salty pretzels, or vibrant fresh fruit slices for a delightful sensory experience.
Notes
- Soften cream cheese at room temperature beforehand to ensure a smooth, lump-free texture that blends effortlessly.
- Use fresh cherries for a more vibrant flavor and lower sugar content, chopping them finely for even distribution throughout the dip.
- Adjust sweetness by gradually adding powdered sugar and tasting, allowing you to control the level of sweetness to your preference.
- Experiment with alternative dippers like cinnamon pita chips, vanilla wafers, or sliced apples for a fun twist on the classic serving suggestion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 195 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 105 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 0.4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg