Creamy Strawberry Shortcake Dip
Ingredients:
1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
1 cup crushed shortbread cookies (plus extra for garnish)
Fresh mint leaves (for garnish, optional)
Directions:
Prepare the Strawberries:
In a bowl, mash half of the sliced strawberries with a fork until they’re slightly pureed. Set aside the remaining slices for garnish.
Make the Creamy Base:
In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
Fold in Whipped Topping:
Gently fold in the whipped topping until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Combine Ingredients:
Stir in the mashed strawberries and crushed shortbread cookies until evenly distributed.
Serve:
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and top with the reserved strawberry slices and additional crushed shortbread cookies for garnish. Add fresh mint leaves if desired.
Enjoy:
Serve with graham crackers, pretzels, or sliced fruit for dipping.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes
Kcal: Approximately 200 kcal per serving (based on 8 servings) | Servings: 8