Description

This Pineapple Cranberry Cream Cheese Dessert Dip delivers the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and creamy holiday flavor. With juicy pineapple, chewy cranberries, and smooth cream cheese, this dreamy dip comes together in minutes and is ideal for parties, potlucks, or effortless seasonal snacking. Serve it with graham crackers or fresh fruit for a simple yet irresistible treat everyone will love.

Ingredients

Scale

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Graham crackers or fresh fruit, for serving

Instructions

Prepare the Cream Cheese Base:
In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Mix in the Flavors:
Add the drained crushed pineapple, dried cranberries, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined.
Add Crunch (Optional):
Fold in the chopped pecans for added texture and nutty flavor.
Chill:
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld and thicken.
Serve:
Enjoy chilled with graham crackers, apple slices, strawberries, or your favorite dipping fruit.

Notes

Drain Pineapple Thoroughly: Any excess liquid can thin the dip, so pressing the pineapple lightly with paper towels helps maintain the creamy texture.
Soft Cream Cheese Matters: Starting with room-temperature cream cheese ensures a smooth, lump-free dip.
Adjust Sweetness: Add more powdered sugar if you prefer a sweeter dessert dip; reduce it for a tangier flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert, Appetizer
Method: No-cook
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: ~1/6 of dip
Calories: 210
Sugar: ~18 g
Sodium: ~85 mg
Fat: ~10 g
Saturated Fat: ~5 g
Unsaturated Fat: ~4 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: ~26 g
Fiber: ~1 g
Protein: ~3 g
Cholesterol: ~25 mg

Keywords: pineapple cranberry dip, holiday dessert dip, cream cheese fruit dip, Christmas appetizer, festive dip