This Cream Cheese Dip with Fresh Raspberry and Lemon is the ultimate spring & summer appetizer!
You can make this recipe with just 5 simple ingredients.
Then you’ve got a delicious dip to enjoy with family and friends!
The Spring and Summer are the best season for easy dips. I love a quick and easy dip that’s perfect for entertaining just like my roasted balsamic strawberry dip and blueberry goat cheese dip with crostini. This whole thing takes just 5 minutes to make!
Why you’ll love this cream cheese dip with raspberries and lemon
- You don’t need much time to make this!
- It’s perfect for any Spring or Summer gathering like baby showers, picnics, barbecues or wedding showers.
- You only need 5 fresh ingredients and can serve this raspberry dip at room temperature. Plus you can find all of these ingredients easily at the grocery store!
Ingredients for this recipe
Cream cheese: make sure to bring the cream cheese to room temperature so that it’s softened and easy to spread – there is no need for using an electric mixer here!
Raspberry jam: swirled into the cream cheese, it’s like creating a delicious cheesecake filling without all of the work
Raspberries: you’ll need a 1/4 cup raspberries to add to the top of this raspberry fruit dip
Lemon zest: adds a burst of lemony flavour but if you don’t want to use lemon zest just add a quick squeeze of lemon juice.
Honey: use liquid honey for a final drizzle on the dip to create a pretty top layer before serving.
Step by step process to make this cream cheese dip with raspberries and lemon
Step 1: Spread cream cheese on the bottom of a low medium bowl or plate.
Step 2: Next spread a layer of raspberry jam; sprinkle on the fresh raspberries and then zest of one lemon. Finally drizzle on some honey.
Step 3: Garnish with fresh mint and enjoy alongside a small bowl of crackers or crostini.
This dip combines fresh fruit with cream cheese and a burst of lemon flavour. It truly has the flavours of a raspberry cheesecake!
Cream Cheese Dip with Fresh Raspberry and Lemon
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups softened cream cheese
- 1/4 cup raspberry jam
- 1/2-3/4 cup fresh raspberries
- zest of one lemon
- 1-2 tbsp liquid honey
- optional: fresh mint for garnish
- serve with choice of crackers or crostini
Instructions
- Spread cream cheese on the bottom of a low medium bowl or plate.
- Next spread a layer of raspberry jam, sort of swirl it into the cream cheese. Sprinkle on the fresh raspberries and then zest of one lemon. Finally drizzle honey over the whole dip.
- Garnish with fresh mint and enjoy alongside crackers or crostini.
Notes
- I love serving this with crostini, but you can also serve it with pita chips, crusty baguette or graham crackers for a more sweet dip!
- If your cream cheese needs a little extra help to become a spreadable consitency, put the cream cheese in a large bowl and use a wooden to metal spoon to stir it somewhat vigourously until the desired texture is reached.
- Want to make crostini to go with this dip? Slice a baguette into 1-inch thick slices and preheat your oven to 400°Fahrenheit. Brush one side of each slice of baguette with olive oil and place on a baking sheet in a single layer. Toast for 10 minutes, flipping after 5 minutes.
Expert Tips for making this cream cheese dip with raspberries and lemon
- I love serving this with crostini, but you can also serve it with pita chips, crusty baguette or graham crackers for a more sweet dip!
- If your cream cheese needs a little extra help to become a spreadable consitency, put the cream cheese in a large bowl and use a wooden to metal spoon to stir it somewhat vigourously until the desired texture is reached.
- This would also be delicious served alongside a fruit tray as a fruit dip!
- Want to make this with a different favorite fruit? You could try blueberries or strawberries matched with a blueberry or strawberry jam instead of raspberry.
FAQ
How to I make crostini for serving with this recipe?
Want to make crostini to go with this dip? Slice a baguette into 1-inch thick slices and preheat your oven to 400°Fahrenheit. Brush one side of each slice of baguette with olive oil and place on a baking sheet in a single layer. Toast for 10 minutes, flipping after 5 minutes.
Can I use frozen raspberries?
Fresh raspberries work best for this recipe as frozen ones, once defrosted, can become too soggy.
What if I have leftovers?
While I recommend serving this delicious dip right away, you could store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for one day. Highly recommend using it as a toast or bagel spread the next day!
This dip is a total game changer because of how simple it is! Plus the flavour is sure to please all of your guests. You could even serve this as a fun after-school snack or as a ‘cheese course’ dessert for something a little different. Enjoy this cream cheese dip with raspberries and lemon as you see fit!
Storage
I recommend serving this delicious recipe straight away once it’s made!
More delicious dip recipes to love from the blog for your next party:
Easy Goat Cheese Appetizer with Fig Jam & Pecans
Strawberry Basil Goat Cheese Dip
Blueberry and Goat Cheese Crostini Appetizer
Sun Dried Tomato Goat Cheese Pesto Appetizer
Until the next cooking adventure,
Jess
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