Blueberry Cheesecake Dip Recipe
This no-bake Blueberry Cheesecake Dip recipe is made with a sweet and tangy cheesecake base and juicy berries – showcasing patriotic colors for the ultimate 4th of July or summer party dip! Enjoy it alongside your favorite dippers, or even by the spoonful!
This rich and creamy party appetizer is one of those recipes that call for ingredients you likely always have on hand. It’s perfect to make-ahead of busy holiday gatherings so that all the indulgent flavors have time to meld together in the fridge before serving. Customize it with a variety of mix-ins, toppings, and dippers to satisfy your cravings.
Looking for other 4th of July finger foods to add to the table? Try Easy Watermelon Skewers, Blueberry Patriotic Charcuterie Board, or this Red, White, and Blue Apricot Appetizer.
What is blueberry cheesecake dip?
If you love no-bake cheesecake desserts, like these No-Bake Berry Cream Cheese Bars or this Lemon Cheesecake Mousse, then you’re going to want to stick around for this blueberry cheesecake dip recipe! It’s a holiday-inspired treat, showcasing patriotic red, white, and blue colors in the form of creamy cheesecake mixture, ripe strawberries, and juicy blueberries.
This cheesecake dip is made with pantry-staple ingredients that get blended together in a matter of minutes – no baking and no special equipment required! A portion of the blueberries and strawberries are gently folded into the dip base for delicious texture and flavor.
The dip is then chilled for 30 minutes for all those irresistible flavors to meld together, while you get on with other party preparations.
Get the kids to help you decorate the blueberry cheesecake dip with the remaining berries and tiny mint leaves. It’s a stunning dip that can get scooped up by Graham crackers, vanilla wafers, chocolate-coated pretzels, and sliced fruits. Perfect as a 4th of July dip or enjoyed over summer and spring.
Ingredients needed to make Blueberry Cheesecake Dip
- Cream cheese: Allow the cream cheese to soften at room temperature for easy mixing. I don’t recommend reduced-fat or fat free cream cheese for this recipe – they just won’t deliver the same quality as full-fat cream cheese.
- Sweetened condensed milk: Thickens and sweetens the dip.
- Powdered sugar: I love using powdered sugar in my dessert dips. It makes the dip nice and fluffy, adds sweetness, and mixes easily.
- Blueberries: I prefer to use fresh blueberries, but you could use frozen instead. Make sure that frozen blueberries are thawed and drained properly to avoid excess moisture in the dip. Omit the blueberries to make a strawberry cheesecake dip instead, if you like.
- Strawberries: Cut into small pieces so that you can easily scoop them up with each bite. You could swap the strawberries for raspberries for a raspberry cheesecake dip twist.
- Lemon juice: Freshly squeezed lemon juice balances the richness of the cream cheese and cuts through the sweetness of this dip.
- Vanilla: This adds a lovely depth of flavor to the dip.
- Garnish: Top this blueberry cheesecake dip with a tiny piece of mint. It’ll add a pop of color and freshness to the dessert.
- Small dippers: Use Graham crackers, fruit slices (cantaloupe, pineapple, or whole strawberries), vanilla wafers, or shortbread cookies to dip into this cheesecake dip.
- Double the recipe: Make a double batch of this blueberry cheesecake dip when serving a larger crowd – perfect for your patriotic parties and family gatherings over the summer!
- Uniform size matters: Chop the strawberries and break down the blueberries so that they resemble the same or similar size. It’ll make the cheesecake dip look more appealing and ensure every scoop includes a perfect mix of flavors and textures.
How do you make Blueberry Cheesecake Dip?
Make the cheesecake dip mixture:
- Using a hand mixer or standing mixer, mix the powdered sugar and softened cream cheese until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency.
- Add in the condensed milk, lemon juice and vanilla. Blend again until fully incorporated.
- Scoop the cheesecake mixture into a serving bowl, and set aside.
Fold in the fresh berries:
- Mash the fresh blueberries a bit or pulse them in the food processor to break them down a bit. Drain them if they are very juicy.
- Fold in 1 1/4 cup of the mashed blueberries and 1 1/4 cup of the chopped strawberries into the cheesecake mixture.
Chill the dip:
- Cover the dip bowl with plastic wrap and chill the dip in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving.
Garnish and serve:
- Add the remaining blueberries and strawberries on top of the dip.
- Garnish this cream cheese dip dessert with a tiny mint leaf.
- Serve your blueberry cheesecake dip on a tray and surround it with your favorite choice of small dippers, such as Graham crackers, vanilla wafers, shortbread cookies, sliced cantaloupe, and apple slices.
- Dig in and enjoy!
Serving
Serve this delicious and appealing 4th of July cheesecake dip on a tray that’s large enough to hold your favorite choice of small dippers. Consider surrounding the dip bowl with Graham crackers, vanilla wafers, shortbread cookies, sliced cantaloupe, and apple slices.
If you’re hosting 4th of July celebrations, add this dip to the table alongside a variety of holiday-inspired treats and finger-foods, such as 4th of July Fruit Pizza, 4th of July Blueberry Caprese Skewers, 4th July Sugar Cookie Bars, and this 4th of July Fruit Tray!
Don’t forget to wash it all down with your favorite drinks. I’ve created this fun 4th of July Party Drinks Display that’ll instantly get you into a patriotic mood.
Sandy’s tips and substitutions:
- Storage: Remove any fresh fruit topping from the leftover dip to store in a separate airtight container. Store any leftover dip in the serving bowl, covered with plastic wrap, in the fridge for 4 days. Let the dip sit at room temperature for 15 minutes to soften slightly before serving.
- Freeze: You can freeze this dip for up to 3 months. Thaw it overnight in the fridge and give it a good stir before serving.
- Topping: For extra flavor, top this dip with a mixed berry compote before adding the remaining blueberries and strawberries.
- Less sweetness: Use less condensed milk if you don’t want the dip too sweet.
- Soften cream cheese: Let the cream cheese soften at room temperature to prevent lumps and for easier mixing. If you’re in a rush, you can remove the cream cheese from the foil lining and microwave it for very short intervals.
- Chill the dip: This dip must be chilled for 30 minutes before serving to help it thicken. Always place the dip back into the fridge when not using it for an extended time due to the creamy ingredients.
- Other holidays and themes: Use this cheesecake dip as a base to make an array of cheesecake dip recipes, suited to other holidays, party themes, or taste preferences. Make pumpkin cheesecake dip with pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice, and topped with chopped pecans and a drizzle of salted caramel, as an example!
More 4th of July Desserts ideas you may want to try:
- 4th of July Poke Cake
- 4th of July S’Mores Chocolate Treats
- Strawberry Blueberry Panna Cotta
- Strawberry Blueberry Chocolate Pavlova
- Best Strawberry Trifle Recipe
Get the Recipe:
Blueberry Cheesecake Dip Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 8 oz. packages cream cheese
- ½ c sweetened condensed milk
- 1 c powdered sugar
- 1 ½ c blueberries, if using frozen, make sure thawed and drained
- 1 ½ c strawberries, cut in small pieces
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla
Serve with:
- Graham crackers
- Fruit slices – cantaloupe, pineapple, whole strawberries
- Tiny piece of mint for garnish
Instructions
- Using a hand mixer or standing mixer, mix powdered sugar and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add in condensed milk, lemon juice and vanilla and beat until blended.
- For fresh blueberries, mash them up a bit or pulsed them in the food processor to break them down a bit. You may need to drain if very juicy.
- Fold in 1 1/4 cup blueberries and 1 1/4 cup chopped strawberries.
- Chill for 30 minutes before serving.
- Add remaining blueberries and strawberries on top. Garnish with a tiny mint leaf and serve.
- Serve with small dippers, like graham crackers, vanilla wafers, shortbread cookies and sliced and cantaloupe slices.
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