Of course! A “raspberry dip” can refer to a sweet dessert dip or a savory one. The sweet version is far more common and incredibly easy to make. Here are recipes and ideas for both.
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1. Sweet & Creamy Raspberry Fruit Dip (The Most Common)
This is a crowd-pleasing dip perfect for parties, baby showers, or a quick snack. It’s creamy, slightly sweet, and tangy.
Classic Version with Cream Cheese
This is the most popular and reliable recipe.
Ingredients:
· 1 block (8 oz) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
· 1 cup (or 7 oz jar) marshmallow fluff
· ½ cup fresh raspberries, mashed OR 2-3 tablespoons seedless raspberry preserves/jam
· 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, brightens the flavor)
· Optional: 1-2 tablespoons powdered sugar for extra sweetness
Instructions:
1. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric hand mixer until it’s smooth and creamy.
2. Add the marshmallow fluff and beat again until well combined and no streaks remain.
3. Gently fold in the mashed raspberries or raspberry preserves and lemon juice. If you’re using fresh berries, the dip will be a beautiful pink color with a fresher, slightly tart flavor. Using preserves will give a sweeter, more uniform flavor and color.
4. Taste and add a little powdered sugar if you prefer it sweeter.
5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
What to serve it with:
· Fresh fruit: Strawberries, apple slices, pineapple chunks, grapes, banana slices (dip these right away to prevent browning)
· Cookies: Vanilla wafers, shortbread cookies, graham crackers, pretzels (for a sweet & salty combo)
· Other: Pound cake cubes, marshmallows
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Quick 2-Ingredient Yogurt Version
A lighter, healthier alternative that takes 60 seconds to make.
Ingredients:
· 1 cup (8 oz) plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
· ¼ cup seedless raspberry preserves or jam
Instructions: Simply whisk the two ingredients together in a bowl until smooth. Chill and serve.
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2. Savory Raspberry Dip (Elegant & Gourmet)
This is a sophisticated dip often served as an appetizer. It typically features a raspberry chipotle flavor profile—sweet, smoky, and spicy.
Raspberry Chipotle Cream Cheese Dip
Ingredients:
· 1 block (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
· ¼ cup seedless raspberry preserves
· 1-2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely minced (start with 1 tbsp for less heat)
· 1 tablespoon adobo sauce (from the can of chipotles)
· 1 teaspoon lime juice
· Pinch of salt
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, mix the raspberry preserves, minced chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, lime juice, and salt.
2. Place the block of softened cream cheese on a serving plate.
3. Pour the raspberry-chipotle mixture over the top of the cream cheese.
4. Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.
What to serve it with:
· Crackers (buttery crackers like Ritz or Wheat Thins work well)
· Pita chips
· Sliced baguette
· Vegetable crudités (like cucumber slices, bell pepper strips)
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Pro Tips & Variations
· Smooth vs. Chunky: For a completely smooth dip (especially for the sweet version), use seedless raspberry jam or strain mashed fresh raspberries through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the seeds.
· Flavor Boost: Add a splash of vanilla extract or a little lemon zest to the sweet cream cheese dip.
· Color: A tiny drop of red food coloring can intensify the pink color if you’re using preserves.
· Make it Lighter: Use Neufchâtel (⅓ less fat) cream cheese or light cream cheese.
Enjoy your dip! The sweet cream cheese version is always a huge hit.