Description
A creamy and delicious no-bake strawberry cheesecake dip perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces (227 g) strawberry cream cheese, softened
- 7 ounces (198 g) marshmallow crème
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) orange juice
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240 ml) Cool Whip, thawed
- Graham crackers for dipping (gluten-free vanilla wafers also suitable)
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened strawberry cream cheese, marshmallow crème, orange juice, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is completely smooth with no lumps, creating a creamy foundation for the dip.
- Step 2: Gently fold the thawed Cool Whip into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula. Take care not to overmix, as vigorous stirring may cause the dip to become dense instead of light and airy. The folding technique helps maintain the fluffy texture.
- Step 3: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the dip to an airtight container. Refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the dip to thicken for an ideal consistency.
- Step 4: After chilling, serve the dip chilled alongside graham crackers or alternative options such as gluten-free vanilla wafers, fresh strawberries, or apple wedges for dipping. The crunchy dippers provide a pleasing textural contrast to the creamy dip.
Notes
- Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container away from direct sunlight and heat sources for up to 1 day.
- Refrigeration: Keep refrigerated in an airtight container tightly covered for up to 5 days to maintain flavor and texture while preventing odor absorption.
- Freezing: Transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
- Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened to room temperature for smooth blending and to avoid lumps in the dip.
- Fold the Cool Whip gently into the mixture to preserve its light and fluffy texture; overmixing will cause the dip to become dense.
- If the dip is too thick after chilling, stir in 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of milk just before serving to achieve a smoother texture.
- For a sweeter dip, incorporate 1 to 2 additional tablespoons (15–30 ml) of marshmallow crème while mixing.
- Make sure the Cool Whip is completely thawed before folding it in to prevent clumping and to achieve even distribution.
- Refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavor and improve texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg