Raspberry Cream Cheese Dip with Fresh Berries
A smooth, creamy dip combining softened cream cheese and butter with confectioners sugar and vanilla. Fresh raspberries are beaten in until fully incorporated, creating a fruity pink spread. Serve with cookies, fruit, pretzels, or preferred dippers for parties or casual snacking.
Ingredients
- 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons butter, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup confectioners sugar
- ¼ cup fresh raspberries
Instructions
- 1
Beat softened cream cheese, butter, and milk in a large mixing bowl with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- 2
Add confectioners sugar and vanilla, continuing to mix until well incorporated.
- 3
Add raspberries and beat until completely broken down and incorporated, about 2 minutes.
- 4
Serve with cookies, fruit, pretzels, or favorite dippers.
Good to Know
Cover and refrigerate up to 3 days.
Prepare dip up to 1 day ahead; cover and chill. Stir gently before serving.
Serve chilled or at room temperature with dippers on the side.
Common Mistakes
Do not overbeat after adding raspberries to avoid completely eliminating texture and creating a thin consistency.
Use room temperature cream cheese and butter to achieve smooth incorporation without lumps.