Mistletoe Kiss Berry Dip (Printable)

Fresh berries and creamy lemon-zest dip create a festive, vibrant spread ideal for sharing.

# Ingredient list:

→ Fresh Fruits

01 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
02 - 1 cup raspberries
03 - 1 cup blackberries
04 - 1 cup blueberries
05 - 1 cup seedless red grapes
06 - 1 cup seedless green grapes
07 - 1 to 2 sprigs fresh mint, for garnish

→ Creamy Dip

08 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
09 - 1 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
10 - 1/3 cup powdered sugar
11 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
12 - Zest of 1 lemon
13 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice

→ Optional Dippers

14 - 1 cup mini meringues or vanilla wafers
15 - Pretzel sticks

# Cooking steps:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
02 - Add Greek yogurt or sour cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Beat until the mixture is creamy and fully combined. Refrigerate until serving.
03 - Place the assorted berries and grapes evenly on a large serving board or platter.
04 - Transfer the prepared dip into a bowl and position it centrally on the board.
05 - Surround the fruit with optional dippers like mini meringues or vanilla wafers, if desired.
06 - Decorate the board with fresh mint sprigs for a festive appearance.
07 - Present immediately for best flavor and texture.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • Fresh and colorful assortment of berries
  • Creamy and easy to prepare dip
02 -
  • For a dairy-free version, use plant-based cream cheese and yogurt
  • Swap in other seasonal fruits such as kiwi, pineapple, or apple slices
03 -
  • Chill the dip to allow flavors to meld before serving
  • Arrange fruits by color for an eye-catching presentation
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