Have you ever been to a party where they had a beautiful fruit platter, but there was a fluffy, yummy, sweet dip in the center of the plate? Most likely that was a Marshmallow Fluff Fruit Dip. It’s a classic, maybe even retro, recipe for fruit dip. If you love Marshmallow Fluff (YES! ME!), then you are going to love this one!
If you have attended a baby shower, wedding shower, or you grew up with parents hosting card club or game night… you have probably enjoyed this fruit dip. It is a great alternative to a Classic Fruit Salad.
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- Why Make THIS Fruit Dip Recipe with Marshmallow Fluff
- Marshmallow Fruit Dip Ingredients
- How to Make Fruit Dip with Marshmallow Fluff
- Storing
- Marshmallow Fluff Fruit Dipping Bits & Tips
- Marshmallow Fluff Fruit Dip Recipe Variations
- Marshmallow Fluff Fruit Dip Recipe Variations
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- Marshmallow Fluff Fruit Dip Recipe
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Why Make THIS Fruit Dip Recipe with Marshmallow Fluff
3 ingredients, 5 minutes No stress, zero planning
Ultra-creamy and fluffy perfect with any fruit
Nostalgic everyone recognizes it and loves it
Perfect for parties always the first bowl scraped clean
Kid-friendly, adult-approved rare unicorn recipe
Turns basic fruit into a real treat
Make-ahead friendly one less thing to worry about
Marshmallow Fruit Dip Ingredients
Three simple ingredient come together to make an amazing marshmallow fruit dip! Here are the 3 things you need:
- Marshmallow Fluff or Marshmallow Creme – I love this stuff! It’s like whipped marshmallows. You can find it in the baking aisle at the grocery store, near the other marshmallows.
- Cream Cheese – You will just need 4 oz of cream cheese. Make sure you use full fat cream cheese. You will also want to soften if at room temp. If you forget to set it out, cut it into small cubes and leave it at room temp for 30 minutes to an hour and it will be nice and soft!
- Almond Extract – Add almond extract to anything and I will LOVE it! It is a strong flavor so don’t go overboard, start with ยฝ teaspoon then taste for more. If you don’t love almond extract flavor you can sub 1 tsp. vanilla extract.
How to Make Fruit Dip with Marshmallow Fluff
This is a quick overview of how to make Marshmallow Fluff Fruit Dip, for more detailed instructions and amounts, pop down to the recipe card.
Step 1
With a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat all three ingredients together until they are smooth.
Step 2
Spoon into a pretty serving bowl, surround with fruit and dippers.
Step 3
When I dip, you dip, we dip!
Making Ahead of Time
This dip can absolutely be made ahead of time, giving you one less stress if you are hosting a party! Make it up to 24 hours in advance, then transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate. Before serving, give it a quick stir to smooth everything back out and let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
Storing
Store marshmallow fluff fruit dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep well for up to 3 days without losing its texture or flavor. Before serving, give it a good stir and let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes so it softens back up and is easy to scoop.
Marshmallow Fluff Fruit Dipping Bits & Tips
Now that you know how to make the fruit dip recipe… it’s time for the dippers. The recipe is called “fruit dip”, but it is good with so much more than just fruit!
- Strawberries, Blackberries, Pineapple, Kiwi, Grapes, Melon – choose sturdy fruit that won’t fall apart in the dip. Cut into larger slices so they are easy to dip. MOM’S TIP Also set out some toothpicks or small forks so you don’t have to dip with your fingers.
- Red and Green Apples – choose really crisp apples and cut into large wedges. Tart green apples would be a great combo with the sweet fruit dip. MOM’S TIP Soak the apples in a little water with lemon juice to prevent browning while they sit.
- Graham Crackers – honey, cinnamon and chocolate flavors!
- Pound Cake – cut large cubes of sturdy pound cake.
- Nilla Wafers
- Pretzels – large sturdy pretzel rods, pretzel slims or even pretzel twists are a great salty option for the sweet dip.
Some things to avoid are really tender fruit like raspberries and blueberries, they can be a little small to dip, and I have found that bananas can get a little slimy when they are cut into slices.
Marshmallow Fluff Fruit Dip Recipe Variations
Marshmallow Fluff Fruit Dip Recipe Variations
Spices : Stir in some spices from your spice cabinet to change the flavor profile. Apple pie spice, cinnamon, or pumpkin pie spice would be really great.
Citrus: A teaspoon of orange, lime or lemon zest, or even a splash of orange juice concentrate, adds a bright, fresh note.
Extract: Swap some or all of the almond extract for vanilla extract. You can even play with some of the fun “extract” options like birthday cake, cotton candy, amaretto or lemon!
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Marshmallow Fluff Fruit Dip Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
Marshmallow Fluff Fruit Dip
- 7 oz marshmallow fluff
- 4 oz cream cheese - softened
- ยฝ teaspoon almond extract - (can sub 1 teaspoon vanilla extract)
Dippers
- Fruit – strawberries, blackberries, pineapple, kiwi, grapes, and melon
- Apples – crisp red and tart green
- Cookies & Crackers – honey/chocolate/cinnamon graham crackers, Nilla Wafers, pretzel rods/slims/twists, pound cake
Instructions
- In a large bowl combine the marshmallow fluff, cream cheese and almond extract. Mix with a hand mixer or stand mixer until it is smooth.7 oz marshmallow fluff, 4 oz cream cheese, ยฝ teaspoon almond extract
- Taste if you want extra almond extract. It is strong stuff so taste first!
- Spoon into a pretty serving bowl and surround with dippers. Set out with a spoon and toothpicks to dip the fruit with.
Marie Bottomer says
This is good and it’s easy to! I used fruit, oreos, and pretzel sticks (thin ones).
Melissa Torres says
Great choices! I’m glad you liked it. Thanks for commenting!