Monday, December 31, 2012

Fruit Dip (The one from when I was a kid)



I was just thinking bout this fruit dip last week.  I remember my mom made it only once when I was a kid.  But that one time was enough to leave an indelible impression on me. I have very, very fond memories of this.  So when I just happened upon the recipe for it two days ago, I thought it had to be fate.  The universe clearly wanted me to bring this recipe back out.

Plus, our nephews are visiting this New Year's Eve weekend.  And I thought it might get them to eat fruit if they could dip it into this delicious and rich (treat).


This is all you will need.  Take one jar of marshmallow fluff and heat it up for about 20-30 seconds in the microwave to soften it a bit more.  Let a block of cream cheese warm to room temperature so it is also soft. Last, and very not least, let a can of orange juice concentrate to thaw and scoop 2 tbsp into your mixing bowl.


Whisk this all together until it is smooth and fluffy.  I used a hand mixer, but you can probably just do it with a whisk or spoon ... and a little elbow grease.


Serve this with grapes, strawberries, sliced apples, even pineapple or oranges.  I arranged ours out like a Christmas wreath because I'm still in that mood.  We were celebrating a late Christmas yesterday.

I love this dip.  Love it!  It is so creamy and decadent.  It totally takes me back to when I was a kid.  The cream cheese mellows out the sweetness and adds just a little tang.  And the orange juice adds some much needed acidity so it isn't cloyingly sweet.  Make this for your kids some time (or even your adult friends).

You'll thank me.

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