Mistletoe Kiss Berry Dip (Printable Version)

A colorful board featuring fresh berries paired with a luscious creamy dip and optional dippers.

# What You Need:

→ Fresh Fruits

01 - 1 cup hulled and halved strawberries
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 - ⅓ 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

# How to Make It:

01 - Using an electric mixer or whisk, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
02 - Add Greek yogurt or sour cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the cream cheese. Beat until mixture is creamy and fully combined. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
03 - Place the assorted strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, red grapes, and green grapes artfully on a large serving board or platter.
04 - Transfer the creamy dip to a small serving bowl and set it in the center of the fruit arrangement on the board.
05 - Surround the fruit and dip with mini meringues, vanilla wafers, or pretzel sticks to offer additional dipping options.
06 - Decorate the board with fresh mint sprigs for a festive and aromatic touch.
07 - Present immediately to maintain freshness and texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Festive and vibrant presentation
  • Easy to prepare and perfect for sharing
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 thoroughly for best texture and flavor.
  • Use fresh mint sprigs for an extra burst of color and aroma.
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