Cool Whip Fruit Dip
This Cool Whip fruit dip is one of the easiest desserts you can make with just two simple ingredients.
Cream cheese and Cool Whip combine to create a rich, creamy, and fluffy dessert dip recipe that’s perfect for strawberries, apple slices, grapes, pineapple, bananas, and all your favorite fresh fruit.
It comes together in just five minutes, making it a great last-minute recipe for parties, baby showers, holiday gatherings, or after-school snacks.
Whether you’re putting together a fruit tray or looking for a simple sweet treat, this easy dip is always a crowd-pleaser and can even be made ahead for stress-free entertaining.
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Why You’ll Love This Cool Whip Fruit Dip
- Just 2 ingredients – Cream cheese and Cool Whip are all you need.
- Ready in 5 minutes – Mix, chill, and serve. It doesn’t get much easier!
- Light, creamy & fluffy – The perfect sweet dip for fresh fruit.
- Perfect for any occasion – Great for fruit trays, parties, holidays, BBQs, and baby showers.
- Kid-approved – A fun way to get everyone reaching for more fresh fruit.
- Easy to make ahead – Prepare it up to 2 days in advance and refrigerate until serving.
- Versatile – Delicious with strawberries, apples, grapes, pineapple, bananas, and even cookies or graham crackers.
How to Make a Fruit Dip with Cool Whip
- Soften the cream cheese and then beat in a mixing bowl until light and creamy.
- Fold in the Cool Whip gently until fully combined and fluffy.
- Chill for 30 minutes if you have time. This helps the flavors blend and gives the dip the best texture.
- Serve with fresh fruit like strawberries, apple slices, grapes, pineapple, bananas, blueberries, or your favorite fruit.
Tip: If you’d like to change up the flavor, stir in a teaspoon of vanilla extract, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or a few tablespoons of cheesecake pudding mix before folding in the Cool Whip.
What to Serve with Cool Whip Fruit Dip
Fresh Fruit
- Strawberries
- Apple slices
- Grapes
- Pineapple chunks
- Banana slices
- Blueberries
- Raspberries
- Blackberries
- Kiwi slices
- Mandarin oranges
- Pear slices
Sweet Dippers
- Graham crackers
- Vanilla wafers
- Animal crackers
- Pretzels (for a sweet and salty combo)
- Pound cake cubes
- Angel food cake cubes
- Shortbread cookies
- Mini waffle cookies
- Marshmallows
Mix and match your favorite dippers to create an easy fruit tray!
Absolutely! You can prepare it up to 2 days in advance. Just store it in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to serve.
Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days for the best texture and flavor.
It’s not recommended. The texture changes after thawing, making the dip watery and grainy. Freshly made dip tastes and looks much better.
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Fruit dip with cool whip
Ingredients
- 1 8 ounce package cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 8 ounce tub sugar-free frozen whipped topping, thawed
Instructions
- Beat together the cream cheese until fluffy and no lumps remain.
- Fold in the whipped topping.
- Refrigerate until serving time.
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