Ramona's Fruit Dip

This is the fruit dip that turns a plain platter of sliced apples and berries into a treat kids and adults both raid. It whips together two things: fluffy marshmallow cream and tangy cream cheese, with strawberry cream cheese folded in for a soft berry flavor and a pretty pink blush.

The marshmallow brings airy sweetness, while the cream cheese keeps it from being one-note sugary, adding a tangy edge that plays beautifully against fresh fruit.

A short chill firms it up to an ideal scoopable, cloud-like texture.

Serve it as the centerpiece of a fruit tray with apple slices, strawberries, grapes, and melon, or set out graham crackers for dunking.

It’s a five-minute mix that looks like you fussed.

Pro Tips

• Soften the cream cheese fully before mixing so the dip whips up smooth, not lumpy.
• Chill at least 30 minutes to firm it to a scoopable texture.
• Toss apple or pear slices with a little lemon juice so they don’t brown on the platter.

Variations

• Use plain cream cheese throughout and stir in a spoon of jam or fruit puree for your own flavor.
• Fold in a little vanilla or orange zest for extra aroma.
• Lighten it by folding in whipped topping for an even fluffier dip.