Strawberry Cream Cheese Dip 🍓🧀
Introduction
Looking for an easy and delicious appetizer that’s perfect for any gathering? This Strawberry Cream Cheese Dip combines the sweetness of strawberries, the tang of balsamic vinegar, and the creamy richness of cream cheese, topped off with fresh basil for a delightful twist. It’s sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups frozen whole strawberries 🍓
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 🍬
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 🍇
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese 🧀
- ¼ cup fresh basil, thinly sliced 🌿
Instructions
1. Prepare the Strawberry Sauce
- Put the frozen strawberries, sugar, and balsamic vinegar in a medium bowl. 🥣
- Allow the strawberries to thaw for about 45 minutes.
- Mash the ingredients together using a hand-held masher or a large fork. 🍓🍴
Expert Tip: You want the sauce to be a little bit chunky, so don’t completely mash all the strawberries.
2. Prepare the Cream Cheese
- Remove the cream cheese from the package and place it on a serving plate. 🧀
3. Combine and Serve
- Slowly spoon the strawberry sauce over the block of cream cheese. 🍓🧀
- Top with thinly sliced basil. 🌿
- Serve with your favorite crackers or pita chips. 🥂
Storage: Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
Serving Information
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Servings: 6 servings
Conclusion
This Strawberry Cream Cheese Dip is a perfect balance of flavors and textures that will be a hit at any party. The combination of sweet strawberries, creamy cheese, and fresh basil creates an unforgettable taste experience. Enjoy this dip with crackers or pita chips, and watch it disappear in no time!
Feel free to share your thoughts and any variations you tried in the comments below. Happy dipping!
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Strawberry Cream Cheese Dip 🍓🧀
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
Ingredients
1 ½ cups frozen whole strawberries 🍓
2 tablespoons granulated sugar 🍬
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 🍇
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese 🧀
¼ cup fresh basil, thinly sliced 🌿
Instructions
1️⃣ Put the frozen strawberries, sugar, and balsamic vinegar in a medium bowl. 🥣
2️⃣ Allow the strawberries to thaw for about 45 minutes. Then, mash the ingredients together using a hand-held masher or a large fork. 🍓🍴
Expert Tip: You want the sauce to be a little bit chunky, so don’t completely mash all the strawberries.
3️⃣ Remove the cream cheese from the package and place it on a serving plate. 🧀
4️⃣ Slowly spoon the strawberry sauce over the block of cheese. 🍓🧀
5️⃣ Top with thinly sliced basil. 🌿
6️⃣ Serve with your favorite crackers or pita chips. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator. 🥂
- Prep Time: 45 minutes