Easy Fruit Dip Recipe (4 ingredients)

This Easy Fruit Dip comes together in about 5 minutes with just 4 ingredients – and it’s BY FAR the version I make on repeat. Greek yogurt keeps it light and creamy without sacrificing any of the flavor, and the peanut butter addition is low-key the best decision!

Why you’ll love this easy fruit dip recipe!

When we have parties and family gatherings, I always make sure that there’s a veggie platter and a fruit tray. No one thinks they want it but inevitably, everyone stands around grabbing little bites of fruit and veggies. next thing you know, it’s ALL gone 🙂

Fruit dip is often made with cream cheese or marshmallow fluff but I wanted to make a lighter version. It has a deliciously creamy texture and is the perfect dip for a midday healthy snack!

Why you’ll LOVE this:

Ready in 5 minutes with 4 ingredients

Lighter than cream cheese versions but just as creamy and satisfying

High protein – the Greek yogurt adds a nice protein boost

Endlessly customizable with different nut butters, mix-ins, and flavors

Works as a snack, party dip, or lazy dessert situation

Ingredients needed

The simple ingredients for this recipe are listed fully down in the recipe card but let’s briefly go over the pantry staples needed including a few substitutions you can make as desired!

Greek yogurt – the base of this dip; plain works great but vanilla adds a little extra sweetness. Full-fat gives the creamiest result, but low-fat is totally fine.

Creamy peanut butter – use a drippy natural peanut butter so it blends in easily; any nut or seed butter works, or leave it out entirely.

Maple syrup – just a splash for sweetness; honey or agave are easy swaps.

Cinnamon – optional but adds a warm, cozy flavor that makes this feel a little more special.

Fruit to serve it with – we love serving ours with fresh strawberries and apple slices (plus graham crackers are always a hit!).

How to Make It

Just a reminder that you can find the FULL written recipe down in the recipe card, but I want to quickly go over how to make them with visuals for you 🙂

In a medium bowl, combine all of the ingredients by whipping them together with a spoon. you could also do this using a hand mixer.

Keep whipping until the yogurt is fluffy and all of the ingredients are fully combined. Takes about a minute. You can also do this in a blender or food processor. Serve with your favorite fruits and ENJOY!
Store any leftover fruit dip in an airtight container.

Recipe Tips

Use a drippy nut butter (not the stiff, dry kind) – it blends in much more smoothly and gives the dip a better texture.

Whip it with a spoon for a full minute – the yogurt gets noticeably fluffier as you stir.

Taste before you serve! Add more maple syrup or peanut butter to dial it in to your preference.

Make it right in the yogurt container to skip a dish and make storage easy.

What about different flavor options?

Chocolate – stir in 2 teaspoons of cocoa powder or a spoonful of melted dark chocolate

Nutella – swap the peanut butter for slightly melted Nutella (DO IT)

Citrus – add a squeeze of lemon or orange juice and a little zest

Vanilla – a teaspoon of vanilla extract makes this taste more dessert-like

Fruit-swirled – mash in a few strawberries or half a banana for a flavored version

Fluffier + sweeter – fold in a dollop of cool whip and reduce the maple syrup

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use cream cheese instead of Greek yogurt?

Yes! Swap them 1:1 – just make sure your cream cheese is softened so it blends smoothly. It’ll be richer and a little more indulgent than the yogurt version.

What kind of Greek yogurt should I use?

Plain works great. Vanilla Greek yogurt adds a little extra sweetness if you want it. Full-fat gives the creamiest texture, but any variety will work.

Can this be made ahead of time?

Absolutely. Make it up to a few days in advance and store it in the fridge. It actually gets a little better as the flavors settle.

Can I make this dairy free?

Coconut yogurt should work well as a swap – same process, just sub it in 1:1

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Greek Yogurt Fruit Dip

This Greek yogurt fruit dip is an easy, lighter take on the classic – made with just 4 simple ingredients and ready in 5 minutes. Creamy, slightly sweet, and packed with protein, it’s the fruit dip recipe I make on repeat.
Course dip
Cuisine American
Diet Vegetarian
Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
Total Time 5 minutes minutes
Servings 6
Calories 61kcal

Ingredients

1 Cup greek yogurt1 tablespoons maple syrupSprinkle of cinnamon2 tablespoons natural peanut butter any nut butter will work, ideally you should use a drippier nut butter

Instructions

In a medium bowl, combine all of the ingredients by whipping them together with a spoon. Keep whipping until the yogurt is fluffy and all of the ingredients are fully combined. Takes about a minute. You can also do this in a blender or food processor.
1 Cup greek yogurt, 1 tablespoons maple syrup, Sprinkle of cinnamon, 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter
Serve with your favorite fruit and ENJOY!

Video

Notes

You can use other yogurts as desired!

Any nut or seed butter works in place of peanut butter – or leave it out entirely for a simpler version.
Honey or agave can sub for maple syrup.
Make it right in the yogurt container for easy storage and less cleanup.
See post above for flavor variations including chocolate, Nutella, and citrus.

STORAGE – Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week – or just use the yogurt container and skip the extra dish. Give it a quick stir before serving if it’s been sitting for a day or two.

 

Nutrition

Calories: 61kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.002g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 84mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 0.1mg

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