Here’s a go-to recipe will immediately go in your back pocket for entertaining and healthy snacks: this easy Fruit Dip! Get this: it’s 3 ingredients, takes 2 minutes, and tastes like a dream. That’s right: no need to buy store-bought dip, which is often overly sweet or artificial tasting. This one tastes beautifully natural, simply sweet, and a base of Greek yogurt keeps it healthy and natural. When we say we make this one all the time: we make it all the time. It’s a family favorite around here and we hope you’ll feel the same!
Ingredients in this fruit dip recipe
There are several types of creamy fruit dip out there: a popular version is made with marshmallow creme and cream cheese. But we’ve found our favorite type is even simpler and fresher, with a base of creamy Greek yogurt. It’s just as creamy, easier to make, and has a light and fresh flavor. Here’s what you’ll need for this fruit dip recipe:
Greek yogurt Maple syrup or honey (or liquid sweetener of your choice)Vanilla extract
All you have to do? Mix the ingredients together. Yes, it’s that simple. It comes out sweet and tangy, with a pure, vanilla-scented flavor: perfect for dipping anything you choose! Head to the recipe below for quantities.
What to serve with fruit dip
Of course, you’ve got your own ideas on what fruits to serve with this dip. But here are a few of the fruits and other foods we’ve found work the best. You can even make fruit skewers for a fun presentation! Here are the best things to serve with fruit dip:
StrawberriesApple slicesPineapple chunksWatermelon chunksGrapesBlueberries (a bit small, but they work!)BlackberriesCantaloupe or honeydew melonKiwiBanana slicesFruit skewersAngel food cake or pound cake cubesPretzels
Flavor variations
This fruit dip recipe is our favorite: basic, straightforward, sweet and pure, with a hint of vanilla. But there are a few other ways you can mix up the flavor in this dip! Here are a few ways to vary the flavor:
Cinnamon: Add ¼ to ½ teaspoon cinnamon for a spiced dip. Cocoa powder: Add 3 tablespoons cocoa powder. Peanut butter: Stir in ¼ cup creamy peanut butter (see Peanut Butter Dip). Pumpkin: For a fall variation, add ⅓ cup canned pumpkin, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon ginger and ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg (see Pumpkin Dip).
And that’s it! We hope you enjoy this fruit dip as much as we do. Memorize the recipe so you can make it on repeat.
When to serve it
There’s nothing like a good dip: either for entertaining and parties or for lunches! This fruit dip recipe is perfect as a summer appetizer, party food, healthy lunch idea or healthy snack. It even doubles as a light dessert! We love serving it after a summer meal: it’s extremely refreshing and everyone loves it: especially the kiddos! It’s a great opportunity to serve it with fruit skewers.
More dip recipes
Want more dips? Here are a few more creamy dip recipes you’ll love:
Try Quick Veggie Dip or Easy Ranch Dip, the veggie-based version of this dip!Go for Amazing Avocado DipOpt for Dill Pickle Dip or Taco DipGrab classic Spinach Artichoke Dip or Easy Spinach Dip
This fruit dip recipe is…
Vegetarian and gluten-free. 5 from 1 review
