Description
This Creamy Strawberry Cheesecake Dip is a luscious, sweet-tangy treat that perfectly captures the flavor of classic cheesecake in a delightful dip form. Made with low-fat cream cheese, plain yogurt, and strawberry preserves, it’s a light yet indulgent snack or appetizer perfect for parties or casual gatherings. Serve it chilled alongside fresh strawberries or graham crackers for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup 0% fat Stonyfield Organic plain yogurt
- 4 ounces 1/3 less fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/4 cup strawberry preserves
For Serving
- Fresh strawberries
- Graham crackers (optional)
Instructions
- Mix the Base: In a medium bowl, using a hand mixer, beat the softened cream cheese with the plain yogurt, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and sugar. Continue mixing until the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Chill the Dip: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dip until you’re ready to serve. Chilling helps the flavors meld and the texture to firm up slightly.
- Add Strawberry Swirl: Transfer the chilled mixture to a serving bowl. Gently fold in the strawberry preserves to create a swirl effect without fully blending them into the dip.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the cheesecake dip immediately with fresh strawberries and optional graham crackers for dipping.
Notes
- This strawberry cheesecake dip tastes like creamy, sweet-tangy cheesecake but in a fun dip form, making it an excellent alternative to traditional cheesecake.
- Serve with fresh fruit such as strawberries or with graham crackers for a tasty snack or party appetizer.
- Using low-fat and 0% fat dairy products keeps this dessert lighter while maintaining its creamy texture and rich flavor.
- Swirling in the preserves instead of mixing fully adds visual appeal and a burst of strawberry flavor in every bite.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/3 cup
- Calories: 103 kcal
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16.5 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 3.5 g
- Cholesterol: 13.5 mg