Ingredients:

  • 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 6 oz fresh raspberries
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
  • 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Soften the base. Leave the 8 oz cream cheese on the counter for at least 60 minutes.
  2. Cream the cheese. Beat the softened cheese and 0.5 cup powdered sugar until no visible clumps remain.
  3. Add the aromatics. Mix in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and 0.5 tsp vanilla extract.
  4. Whip the cream. In a separate chilled bowl, whip 1 cup heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  5. Combine carefully. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cheese mixture using a spatula. Do not use the mixer here or you will lose the air.
  6. Prep the berries. Gently mash the 6 oz fresh raspberries with a fork.
  7. Create the swirl. Fold the mashed berries into the cream base. Stop when you see vibrant pink ribbons.
  8. Final Chill. Let the dip sit in the fridge for 20 minutes before serving.