Ingredients:
- 8 oz (226g) Cream Cheese, full-fat and softened
- 7 oz (198g) Marshmallow Fluff (Marshmallow Creme)
- 1 tsp (5ml) Pure Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 tsp (1g) Organic Lemon or Orange Zest (optional)
- 1 pinch Fine Sea Salt (optional)
Instructions:
- Place the 8 oz (226g) of softened cream cheese in a large mixing bowl. Using an electric hand mixer on medium high speed, beat for 2 minutes. Note: You are looking for a glossy, voluminous texture here.
- Stop the mixer and scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl with a spatula to ensure no cold spots remain.
- Reduce the mixer speed to low to avoid a fluff explosion and add the entire 7 oz (198g) jar of marshmallow fluff.
- Pour in the 1 tsp (5ml) of pure vanilla extract at this stage.
- If you are using the optional 1/2 tsp (1g) of zest or the pinch of salt, add them to the bowl now.
- Increase the mixer speed back to medium and whip the mixture for another 60-90 seconds. Stop once the color is a uniform, snowy white and it holds soft peaks.
- Give the mixture one final fold with your spatula to make sure the fluff is fully integrated into the base.
- Transfer the mixture to your favorite serving bowl.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This is crucial because it allows the lipid structure to firm up so the dip doesn't slide off your fruit.
- Serve cold with a variety of fresh dippers like sliced apples, strawberries, or even pretzels. For another sweet treat that uses the magic of marshmallows, you should definitely check out these [Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats](https://fordailyrecipes.com/recipes/soft-peanut-butter-rice-krispie-treats/) — they are a huge hit at my house and have that same nostalgic flavor profile.