5-Minute Yogurt Fruit Dip - Creamy, Light, and Easy
If you’ve got fresh fruit on the counter and a sweet snack craving, this 5-minute yogurt fruit dip is the kind of recipe you’ll make on repeat. It’s creamy, lightly sweet, and perfect for everything from after-school snacks to weekend brunch. You need just a handful of ingredients and no special equipment.
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or whole milk for best texture; use nonfat if you prefer)
- 2–3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1–2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice (brightens the flavor)
- Pinch of fine sea salt (enhances sweetness)
- Optional add-ins: 1–2 tablespoons cream cheese for extra richness, a pinch of cinnamon, or a little lemon zest
- To serve: Fresh fruit like strawberries, blueberries, sliced apples, pears, grapes, pineapple, or melon
Instructions
- Prep the bowl: Add the Greek yogurt to a medium mixing bowl. If you’re using cream cheese, soften it first and whisk it with the yogurt until smooth.
- Sweeten: Whisk in the honey or maple syrup. Start with 2 tablespoons and taste. Add more if you like it sweeter.
- Flavor it: Stir in the vanilla extract, lemon juice, and a small pinch of sea salt. The salt won’t make it salty—it just makes the flavors pop.
- Adjust: Taste and tweak. Add another squeeze of lemon for brightness, a touch more sweetener, or a pinch of cinnamon if you want a cozy note.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving bowl and set it out with a platter of fruit. If you have time, chill it for 15–20 minutes for an even thicker texture.