Description
Easter egg sugar cookie dip blends creamy sweetness with festive charm. Smooth cream cheese and marshmallow fluff create a delightful spread you’ll crave at spring celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
Dip Base Ingredients:
- 1 package (226 grams / 8 ounces) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1 container (226 grams / 8 ounces) whipped topping, thawed
- 0.5 cup (120 milliliters) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A few drops of pink food coloring
Mix-ins & Toppings:
- 0.5 cup (75 grams) pastel-colored sprinkles or mini candies (like Easter M&M’s or mini eggs)
- 0.25 cup (60 milliliters) marshmallow fluff (optional for extra sweetness)
Dipping Options:
- Graham crackers, broken into squares
- Crunchy pretzel sticks or twists
- Fresh strawberries, washed and dried
- Fluffy marshmallows
Instructions
- Prepare the cream cheese by allowing it to reach room temperature, ensuring a velvety smooth texture. Using an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese in a large bowl until completely lump-free and silky.
- Gradually incorporate powdered sugar while continuously mixing to prevent clumping. Blend in vanilla extract thoroughly, creating a sweet base.
- Gently fold marshmallow fluff into the mixture, maintaining the light and airy consistency. Use a spatula with delicate, sweeping motions to integrate the fluff completely.
- Introduce whipped topping by carefully folding it into the mixture, preserving the delicate air bubbles that provide the dip’s signature fluffy texture.
- Add pink food coloring drop by drop, mixing until achieving the desired Easter-inspired pastel shade. Fold in half of the sprinkles or mini candies, distributing them evenly throughout the dip.
- Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl, spreading it evenly. Garnish the top with remaining sprinkles or candies for a festive appearance.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes at 40°F (4°C) to allow flavors to meld and achieve optimal serving consistency. This chilling time helps the dip set and enhances its overall texture and taste.
Notes
- Softening Cream Cheese Matters. Take cream cheese out of the refrigerator 30-45 minutes before starting to ensure smooth blending without lumps.
- Customize Sweetness Easily. Adjust powdered sugar quantity based on personal preference or dietary needs like reducing sugar intake.
- Achieve Perfect Texture Technique. Use light, folding motions when incorporating whipped topping to maintain maximum airiness and prevent deflating the mixture.
- Color Creatively Smartly. Experiment with different food coloring shades or natural alternatives like beetroot powder for vibrant Easter-themed colors without artificial additives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg