Mom’s Razzle Dazzle Dip ✨
A creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet party dip that’s always the first to disappear! Perfect with chips, crackers, or veggies.
Ingredients
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1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
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1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
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1/3 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed for best flavor)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 (21 oz) can cherry pie filling (or blueberry/raspberry for variation)
*(Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts or toasted coconut for topping!)*
Instructions
1. Whip the Base
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In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
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Gradually add sweetened condensed milk, mixing until fully combined.
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Stir in lemon juice and vanilla extract (mixture will thicken slightly).
2. Layer & Chill
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Spread the cream cheese mixture into a serving dish.
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Top with cherry pie filling (or other fruit).
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Sprinkle with nuts or coconut if desired.
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Chill for at least 1 hour (or up to overnight) to let flavors meld.
Tips
🍒 Fruit swaps: Try strawberry pie filling or fresh berries in summer.
🍋 Zingier twist: Add 1 tsp lemon zest to the cream cheese mix.
🚀 Quick fix: Use a hand mixer for extra-fluffy texture.
Serve with:
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Graham crackers
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Vanilla wafers
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Pretzels
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Sliced apples
A retro potluck superstar that’s still magic! 💖
(Fun fact: This recipe dates back to 1960s church cookbooks—true vintage charm!)