Description
Creamy pineapple dip swirls island flavors into a luscious tropical sensation that beckons summer memories. Guests will devour this smooth, tangy blend perfect for parties, chips, or fresh fruit platters.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Sweeteners:
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Ensure cream cheese is thoroughly softened at room temperature to achieve a smooth, creamy texture.
- Drain crushed pineapple completely using a fine-mesh strainer, pressing gently to remove excess moisture.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and sour cream, whisking until completely blended and free of lumps.
- Fold in the drained crushed pineapple, distributing evenly throughout the creamy base.
- Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt, stirring gently to incorporate all flavors without overmixing.
- Cover the dip and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and enhance the overall taste profile.
- Before serving, give the dip a quick stir to redistribute ingredients and ensure a consistent texture.
- Serve chilled with graham crackers, fruit slices, or as a versatile spread for various desserts and snacks.
Notes
- Drain pineapple thoroughly to prevent watery texture and maintain the dip’s creamy consistency.
- Soften cream cheese completely at room temperature for smooth blending without lumps.
- Experiment with alternative sweeteners like honey or maple syrup for different dietary preferences.
- Customize the dip’s spice level by adjusting cinnamon or adding a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg