I love to make Pineapple Cream Cheese Fruit Dip for parties and potlucks. It's light and fluffy with tangy tropical flavor, and tastes great with fresh fruit, cookies, and pretzels. This delicious dessert dip is so easy to make in 5 minutes with 4 simple ingredients, perfect for last-minute entertaining and anytime snacking.
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I first made Pineapple Cream Cheese Dip by accident. I was testing this No Bake Pineapple Cream Cheese Pie, but it was too ... floofy. So we scooped it up with fruit and graham crackers. And now I make it on purpose!
It's refreshing, light as air, and the perfect dessert dip for summer parties. We like to keep some in the fridge next to a big bowl of fruit. And when this runs out, I whip up Strawberry Marshmallow Fluff Dip or Oreo Fluff.
Why You're Going to Love This Recipe
- Easy dip recipe for game night or your next party.
- Light and refreshing dessert dip with sweet pineapple flavor
- Quick and easy last minute dessert recipe
- Perfect dessert dip or holiday appetizer you can make ahead of time
Ingredients
- Softened cream cheese. Be sure to use room temperature cream cheese. I needs to be really soft so it will whip up nice and fluffy and mix well without lumps.
- Crushed pineapple. Do not drain the pineapple juice, you'll use it to mix with the pudding mix.
- Instant vanilla pudding mix. You'll need one 3.4 oz box -- the 4-serving size. Do not follow the directions on the box. You can also use French vanilla, white chocolate, or cheesecake pudding mix. Or try experimenting with other flavors like pistachio, banana, or lemon.
- Cool Whip. Half of an 8 oz tub of Cool Whip makes this delicious pineapple dip recipe light and fluffy. If you're not into Cool Whip, Truwhip is a great alternative.
How to Make Pineapple Cream Cheese Dip
Step 1: In a large bowl, whip softened cream cheese with an electric hand mixer until soft and fluffy. Add the undrained pineapple and dry pudding mix to the cream cheese. Mix for 2-3 minutes.
Step 2: Fold in 1 ½ cups of Cool Whip until completely combined. Chill for 1-2 hours before serving. Serve with your favorite fruits, graham crackers, vanilla wafers, and pretzel chips.
Storage
Store leftover pineapple cream cheese dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Freezing is not recommended.
Success Tips
- Do not drain the crushed pineapple-the juice gives this delicious dip the perfect consistency.
- Chill the dip for an hour or two before serving to allow it to firm up a bit and for the sweet flavors to meld.
Serving Suggestions
Pineapple cream cheese dip pairs well with a variety of snacks and dippers. Pretzels, graham crackers, vanilla wafers, and fresh fruit are all delicious options.
FAQs
When stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator, pineapple cream cheese dip can typically last for about 3-4 days.
It's not recommended. When I tested freezing and thawing it, the texture changed to a less desirable consistency. It's best to enjoy the dip fresh.
Yes, pineapple cream cheese dip is a great appetizer or dessert to make ahead of time. It's recommended to chill the dip for an hour or two, up to overnight, before serving, so it's a convenient recipe to make in advance for parties or gatherings.
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📖 Recipe
Pineapple Cream Cheese Dip
Ingredients
- 8 ounces softened cream cheese
- 20 ounces crushed pineapple, undrained
- 3.4 ounces instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 ½ cups Cool Whip ½ of an 8 oz. tub
Instructions
- Whip softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until soft and fluffy. Add the pineapple and dry pudding mix. Mix 2-3 minutes. Fold in 1 ½ cups of Cool Whip until completely combined. Chill for 1-2 hours before serving.
Claire says
Really like it, creamy and light! Will make again! Thanks!😊
Cara Lanz says
Wonderful, I'm so glad you enjoyed it! Cara