Description
Key lime pie fruit dip delivers a tangy tropical twist that makes snack time feel like a mini vacation. Grab fresh fruit and dive into this creamy, zesty treat that brings sunshine to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
Flavor Enhancers:
- ¼ cup fresh key lime juice
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
Garnish:
- 2 key limes (zest)
- Assorted fresh fruits (strawberries, kiwi, pineapple)
Instructions
- Grab an electric mixer and whip the 8 oz cream cheese for 2-3 minutes until it becomes silky smooth and free of lumps.
- Pour the entire 1 cup sweetened condensed milk into the bowl gradually, blending on medium speed until your mixture transforms into a luxurious, uniform consistency.
- Add the ¼ cup fresh key lime juice and ¼ cup powdered sugar, mixing thoroughly to create a creamy texture that balances tangy and sweet notes.
- Sprinkle the zest from 2 key limes into your dip, gently folding to distribute the bright, citrusy flavor throughout the mixture.
- Transfer the dip to a sealed container and refrigerate for exactly 60 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to set perfectly.
- Remove from the refrigerator and serve alongside sliced strawberries, kiwi, and pineapple, letting your guests dive into this zesty, creamy treat.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for the smoothest, lump-free texture.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding powdered sugar gradually and tasting as you go.
- For a lighter version, substitute full-fat cream cheese with a reduced-fat or Greek yogurt alternative.
- Fresh key lime juice makes a significant difference compared to bottled juice, so squeeze your own when possible.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Pies
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 40 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg