Description
This Delicious Easter Dip Recipe is a creamy, sweet, and festive treat perfect for spring gatherings and holiday celebrations. Made with cream cheese, sour cream, and a burst of tropical pineapple and coconut flavors, it is garnished with colorful sprinkles or mini chocolate eggs for a cheerful presentation. Serve it with fresh fruit, graham crackers, or cookies for a delightful appetizer or dessert dip that’s easy to prepare and sure to please.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
Mix-ins
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Garnish and Serving
- Pastel sprinkles or mini chocolate eggs for garnish
- Fresh fruit, graham crackers, or cookies for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the base: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy to ensure a smooth texture for the dip.
- Add flavorings: Mix in the sour cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using). Stir until all ingredients are well combined and the mixture is creamy.
- Fold in mix-ins: Gently fold in the drained crushed pineapple, shredded coconut, and chopped nuts (if desired), ensuring even distribution throughout the dip.
- Chill the dip: Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the dip to firm up slightly.
- Garnish and serve: Just before serving, garnish the dip with pastel sprinkles or mini chocolate eggs for a festive Easter look. Serve chilled with fresh fruit, graham crackers, or cookies for dipping.
Notes
- You can make this dip up to a day ahead and keep it refrigerated to enhance the flavors.
- Omit nuts for a nut-free version suitable for those with allergies.
- For a lighter option, use low-fat cream cheese and sour cream to reduce calories and fat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg