Made with just four ingredients and ready in less than 15 minutes, this strawberry yogurt fruit dip is a great make-ahead snack for camping, potlucks, and more.
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I've never had a lot of difficulty getting my kids to eat fruit, however, if there's something nearby that's more convenient, they tend to reach for that first. But, if you have fruit washed and ready to go with a bowl of this creamy strawberry yogurt dip for fruit nearby, it becomes the first choice.
This recipe uses Greek yogurt and a homemade strawberry purée to create dip that isn't overly sweet, but has tons of strawberry flavor. It's a great snack that you can feel good about eating.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- It's a great make-ahead camping snack that everyone will enjoy (kids included).
- It's ready in just 10 minutes.
- It stores well for up to a week.
Ingredients and Substitutions
- Greek yogurt--Any type of plain Greek yogurt will work here. If you use fat-free, the consistency of the finished dip will be thin enough to drizzle. If you prefer a thicker dip, use full-fat yogurt.
- Strawberries--This recipe works best with fresh summer strawberries. Look for berries that are bright red with firm bright greens on top. Cut away any bruised or very soft spots before using you berries.
How to Make Strawberry Yogurt Fruit Dip
1. Combine the strawberries and sugar in a food processor and process until mostly smooth.
2. Stir the Greek yogurt and vanilla into the strawberry purée and mix well.
FAQs
It's safe to freeze it for up to 2 months, however, the texture may change after thawing. You may find that it is a little more grainy after freezing and thawing.
Yes. Let the strawberries thaw before processing them with the sugar.
Tips and Troubleshooting
- Got vanilla Greek yogurt on hand? Use it and skip the extra vanilla.
- The sweetness of your dip will depend on how ripe your strawberries are. The recipe is written based on using very ripe summer strawberries. If yours aren't quite as sweet, stir in extra sugar to taste once you've made the dip. Keep in mind that the fruit you use to dip will also be sweet.
- Store the strawberry fruit dip in a sealed container or jar in the fridge for up to 1 week. Stir well before serving.
- This recipe is suitable for gluten-free and vegetarian diets.
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Recipe
Strawberry Yogurt Fruit Dip
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh strawberries hulled and chopped
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar plus more to taste
- 1 ½ cups Greek yogurt
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Fruit for dipping
Instructions
- Combine the strawberries and sugar in a food processor. Process until almost smooth, about 30 seconds.
- Transfer the strawberry purée to a medium bowl. Stir in the Greek yogurt and vanilla. Taste and add more sugar, if desired.
- Serve immediately with fruit for dipping or cover and chill for up to 1 week.
Notes
- Simple swap--Got vanilla Greek yogurt on hand? Use it and skip the extra vanilla.
- Adding sugar--The sweetness of your dip will depend on how ripe your strawberries are. The recipe is written based on using very ripe summer strawberries. If yours aren't quite as sweet, stir in extra sugar to taste once you've made the dip. Keep in mind that the fruit you use to dip will also be sweet.
- Storage--Store the strawberry fruit dip in a sealed container or jar in the fridge for up to 1 week. Stir well before serving.
- Dietary--This recipe is suitable for gluten-free and vegetarian diets.
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