Mistletoe Kiss Berry Dip (Printable)

A festive berry platter with creamy citrus dip, ideal for holiday entertaining and cheerful gatherings.

# What You'll 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 - 1/3 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 in a medium bowl until smooth.
02 - Incorporate Greek yogurt or sour cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice into the cream cheese. Beat until fully combined and creamy. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
03 - Neatly arrange the strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, and grapes on a large serving board or platter.
04 - Spoon the chilled dip into a small bowl and position it centrally on the fruit board.
05 - Place mini meringues or vanilla wafers, along with pretzel sticks, around the fruit to enhance variety.
06 - Decorate the board with fresh mint sprigs to add a festive aroma and visual appeal.
07 - Present the assembled board promptly to maintain freshness and optimal flavor.

# Recipe Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Fresh and colorful berries make a healthy treat
  • Creamy dip complements the fruit perfectly
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 -
  • Chilling the dip for at least an hour enhances the flavors.
  • Use fresh mint sprigs right before serving to keep them vibrant.
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