Description
Indulge in the delicious flavors of strawberry shortcake in a creamy, no-bake dessert dip perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Fresh Strawberry Dip:
- 1 cup diced fresh strawberries
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping:
- 1 cup whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
- 1/2 cup crushed shortbread cookies or pound cake
- Extra strawberries and shortbread cookies for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Dip: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and mix until fully combined.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the diced strawberries and half of the crushed shortbread cookies.
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and top with the remaining crushed cookies and a few extra diced strawberries for garnish.
- Chill for 15–30 minutes before serving for best flavor and texture.
- Serve with fresh strawberries, shortbread cookies, graham crackers, or pound cake slices.
Notes
- Use room-temperature cream cheese for the smoothest texture.
- For a more indulgent version, use mascarpone instead of cream cheese.
- This dip can be made a few hours ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 1/4 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
