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    Maple Almond Cream Cheese Dessert Dip Recipe {Video}

    Published: Jul 31, 2019 · Updated: Aug 20, 2023 by Tara Teaspoon

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    This sweet dip recipe has tangy cream cheese and yogurt, with maple and almonds. Serve it with fruit and cookies for a delicious treat.


    A not-to-sweet cream cheese dessert dip is perfect for fruit and cookies. Whether you need a picnic or poolside snack, or a dip to round out your party dessert board, this dip can't be beat. 

    Fruit dip with apples and cookies on blue linen and blue surface

    This is a sweet dip recipe with beautiful notes of orange, a sweet crumble of almonds, and a tangy mix of yogurt and cream cheese. 

    A twist on the classic fruit dip

    That classic fruit dip you find on every family reunion buffet table is cloyingly sweet, and delicious! Can it be both? Yes, yes, it can because I love sweet things. 

    It is typically made with cream cheese and marshmallow creme. Some recipes call for maraschino cherry juice, citrus zest or extract, maybe yogurt and sometimes even pudding mix. 

    All of these iterations are super tasty.

    However, I wanted something a bit more straightforward, and something not too sweet so I could include it on a dessert board with other dippers, like cookies. 

    Maple Almond Cream Cheese dip with apples and cookies

    Cream cheese dip for apples

    Who doesn't love making fruit into a dessert?

    This fruit dip with greek yogurt and cream cheese brings just the right amount of sweet and tangy. Yogurt is a great dipper for fruit, but mixing it with the cream cheese makes it perfect for fruit and cookies!

    With the orange zest and the almond crumbles on top, it adds just the right amount of citrus and crunch. 

    For fruit, I like dipping apples, strawberries and grapes. Those are easy finger foods that are simple to set up on a dessert tray.

    Bring in some shortbread cookies, wafers and brownie brittle, and your dessert party is ready to start!

    Cream Cheese Dessert Dip with Cookies

    I partnered with Sheila G's Brownie Brittle and developed this dip for their gluten-free snacks! The brownie brittle comes in lots of flavors, but my favorites were the sea salt caramel and the chocolate chip flavors.

    Brownie brittle is the perfect cookie to pair with this easy dessert dip. It's light and delicious, and you can even use the crumbs from the bag for a fancy topping to the dip!

    Can you freeze cream cheese dip?

    When you freeze cream cheese, the texture changes pretty drastically. The way to successfully freeze dips like this is to mix in a few tablespoons of heavy cream. 

    Full-fat cream cheese or the mixture with heavy cream will ensure that the dip doesn't crumble or separate when it comes out of the freezer.

    Take the frozen cream cheese dip out of the freezer and microwave it for a few seconds to get it back to room temperature. Then use a spoon to mix it back to its original consistency. 

    dessert dip horizontal close up with apples

    This dessert dip is worth throwing an entire party for. You can make it in a matter of minutes. 

    If you need a Vegan option for the cream cheese check out this one!

    You can't say that about a cake! But this fruit and cookie dip is still a tasty dessert. It will be a hit with everyone!

    Here are some other recipes with the same idea!

    Nutella Champagne Dip

    Raspberry Cheesecake Dip

    Gingerbread Caramel and Apple Dip

    Vegan Spinach & Artichoke Dip 

    📖 Recipe

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    Maple Almond Cream Cheese Dessert Dip

    Tara Teaspoon
    An easy fruit or dessert dip. Make it for after school or for a party and you'll be extra happy you did.
    4.50 from 2 votes
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe
    Work Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 10 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, Snack
    Servings 10 servings, makes about 1 ½ cups

    Ingredients
      

    • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
    • 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
    • ½ cup pure maple syrup
    • 1 teaspoon almond extract
    • Zest of 1 orange
    • Sliced almonds (for garnish)
    • Fruit and Cookies (for serving)

    Instructions
     

    • In a mixing bowl beat cream cheese until smooth. Add the yogurt, maple syrup, almond extract and orange zest. Blend until smooth
    • Transfer dip to a bowl and garnish with sliced almonds if desired. Serve with fruit and cookies.

    Video

    Notes

    • Dip can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 134kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 26mgSodium: 81mgPotassium: 96mgSugar: 11gVitamin A: 305IUCalcium: 62mgIron: 1mg
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    1. Tessa says

      August 07, 2019 at 3:28 pm

      A tried-and-true dip! I took it to a friend picnic and it was a hit!

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    2. Leslie Kiszka says

      August 09, 2019 at 4:03 pm

      I love a good dip! I'm so glad we've all learned to expand our horizons past just chips and veggie dips 🙂

      Reply
      • Tara says

        August 12, 2019 at 12:33 am

        Girl, this is true. LOL!

        Reply
    3. Ruby Neff says

      March 26, 2020 at 2:20 am

      I've made a similar dip, but I've never used maple syrup. I'm excited to try (also excited to add the little bit of orange zest!)!

      Reply
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