Description
This Key Lime Pie Fruit Dip is a creamy, tangy, and refreshingly sweet dip perfect for pairing with fresh fruits like strawberries, pineapple, and apple slices. Ready in just 10 minutes, this no-cook fruit dip combines the tartness of key lime juice and zest with smooth cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, and fluffy Cool Whip to create a delightful dessert dip that’s perfect for parties, snacks, or anytime you crave a light, citrusy treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Dip Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/3 cup key lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 cup Cool Whip
- Zest of 2 key limes
For Serving
- Fresh fruits for dipping (strawberries, pineapple, apple slices)
Instructions
- Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps.
- Add Lime Flavor: Stir in the freshly squeezed key lime juice and the zest from 2 key limes. Mix well to evenly distribute the citrus flavor throughout the dip.
- Fold in Cool Whip: Gently fold the Cool Whip into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined, maintaining the light and fluffy texture.
- Chill the Dip: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the dip to firm up slightly.
- Serve: Serve chilled with an assortment of fresh fruits such as strawberries, pineapple chunks, and apple slices for dipping.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easier mixing and smoother texture.
- Freshly squeezed key lime juice provides the best authentic flavor, but bottled key lime juice can be used if needed.
- For a twist, try using different fruits or graham crackers for dipping.
- This dip can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated to enhance the flavors.
- Keep refrigerated until serving; discard any leftovers after 3 days.
