Mistletoe Kiss Berry Dip (Printable Version)

A vibrant berry board with creamy citrus dip and fresh mint accents for holiday gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fresh Fruits

01 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
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

# Directions:

01 - Using an electric mixer or whisk, beat the softened cream cheese in a medium bowl until smooth.
02 - Add Greek yogurt (or sour cream), powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the cream cheese, then beat until creamy and fully combined. Chill the mixture until serving.
03 - Spread the assorted berries and grapes evenly across a large serving board or platter.
04 - Transfer the creamy dip into a small serving bowl and place it in the center of the fruit arrangement.
05 - Place mini meringues or vanilla wafers and pretzel sticks around the fruit and dip bowl as preferred.
06 - Decorate the board with fresh mint sprigs and serve immediately for best freshness.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare with fresh seasonal fruits
  • Delicious creamy dip complements the natural flavors
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 for at least an hour before serving for best flavor
  • Use fresh mint leaves sparingly to avoid overpowering the fruit
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