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Fruit Dip Recipe

Published: Jul 28, 2025 by Kitchen Ready Betty · This post may contain affiliate links · 4 Comments

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Perfectly creamy, with just the right amount of sweetness, this simple, two ingredient Fruit Dip Recipe pairs well with a variety of fresh fruit, cookies, and crackers. This easy dip is rich in flavor like a cheesecake, but satiny smooth like a bowl of pudding, making it a party fruit platter and snack tray favorite.

fruit dip on tray

Easy entertaining options definitely come in handy around the busy holidays, or any time you need a tasty bite that comes together in a flash, like Stuffed Mini Peppers and Pepperoni Pizza Crescent Rolls.

This incredibly quick and easy, 2 ingredient, creamy fruit dip just might be the best (and tastiest) though. With sour cream and vanilla pudding, it really doesn't get much simpler.

Those aren't two ingredients you often see together, but when paired, they make a dang good fruit dip that's truly sensational and very hard to resist.

fruit dip closeup

From fresh juicy strawberries and cherries, to sweet pineapple chunks and banana slices (not to mention your favorite apple slices), you'll be amazed at the variety of fruit that's fun to dunk into this dreamy and delicious dip.

A bowl of this would also feel right at home on a dessert charcuterie board, especially if it's next to vanilla wafers and graham crackers 😉.

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  • 👪Why you'll love it
  • 🥘Ingredients
  • 🔪Instructions
  • 🍽Equipment
  • 🍶Storage
  • 💭Top tip
  • 🗨️FAQ
  • 🥄Related
  • 📋Recipe
  • 💬 Comments

👪Why you'll love it

Comes together quickly- If you have 5 minutes to spare, you have plenty of time to throw this tasty fruit dip together! No fancy mixing or equipment needed.

Great make ahead recipe- I suggest letting the dip chill for a minimum of one hour, but it tastes even better and creamier the next day!

Kids love it- Struggling to get your kids to eat fruit? Easy fruit dip to the rescue! Plus this is a much healthier option to serve instead of nachos and such at slumber parties, kiddie parties, or just because. (As a bonus, this dip is also great with animal crackers!)

🥘Ingredients

ingredients
  • sour cream- I like reduced fat Daisy's or Breakstone's because they're creamier and thicker than other brands
  • vanilla pudding- cook and serve (not instant) is used for this recipe, but no stove is needed, I promise!
  • variety of fresh fruit, cookies and crackers- some of our favorites are strawberries, banana slices, and graham crackers

See recipe card for quantities.

🔪Instructions

whisking the ingredients
  1. Step 1: Whisk together the sour cream and pudding for 2-3 minutes.
dip completed
  1. Step 2: Chill for at least one hour before serving.

Hint: Wash and prep the fruit you plan on serving with this dip while it sets in the fridge.

For another simple party tray idea, see Zesty Ranch Cheese Ball.

🍽Equipment

  • medium mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spoon

🍶Storage

Store in an airtight container. Keep refrigerated for up to 5 days. Do not freeze.

💭Top tip

The longer this fruit dip sits, the better it gets. If you plan on serving it at a party, I suggest doubling the recipe!

🗨️FAQ

What fruit is best for dipping?

Honestly, we haven't found one that we haven't liked with this dip, though I will say I'm partial to strawberries. Choose a variety of colors and textures (berries, tropical fruit, apples, etc.) for a fruit platter tray to truly delight your taste buds.

Can you make fruit dip ahead of time?

Absolutely, and I encourage it with this recipe to allow time for the pudding to dissolve and blend well with the sour cream.

Can I use different flavors of pudding?

As long as it's not instant. Get creative and please come back to share how it turned out!

🥄Related

Looking for other recipes like this? Try these:

  • mini pepper pizzas
    Mini Pepper Pizzas
  • stuffed mini peppers
    Stuffed Mini Peppers
  • zesty ranch cheese ball
    Zesty Ranch Cheese Ball
  • easy cheesy guacamole
    Easy Cheesy Guacamole

📋Recipe

fruit dip recipe

Fruit Dip Recipe

Kitchen Ready Betty
Rich in flavor like a cheesecake, but satiny smooth like a bowl of pudding, this quick and easy dip is a party fruit platter and snack tray favorite.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Resting Time 1 hour hr
Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins
Course Appetizers, Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 8

Equipment

  • medium mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz. reduced fat sour cream Daisy's, Breaakstone's, or Tilamook
  • 3 oz. cook and serve vanilla pudding NOT instant
  • variety of fresh fruit, cookies and crackers

Instructions
 

  • Whisk pudding and sour cream together for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
  • Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour to blend flavors and for better consistency.
  • Serving suggestion: Serve with fresh fruit, vanilla wafers, and graham crackers.

Notes

Wash and prep the fruit you plan on serving with this dip while it sets in the fridge.
The longer this fruit dip sits, the better it gets. If you plan on serving it at a party, I suggest doubling the recipe!
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Comments

  1. Nellie T. says

    August 20, 2025 at 5:27 pm

    5 stars
    This easy fruit dip was the hit of the party! Next time I'm doubling it from the start!

    Reply
    • Kitchen Ready Betty says

      September 17, 2025 at 2:26 pm

      I sometimes double it too...it goes well with so many things!

      Reply
  2. Barbara says

    September 17, 2025 at 2:22 pm

    5 stars
    What a perfect dip for fruit.

    Reply
    • Kitchen Ready Betty says

      September 17, 2025 at 2:24 pm

      It's so easy to make too!

      Reply

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