Ready to transform your everyday fruit platter into a show-stopping dessert? Meet your new secret weapon: the Tutti Frutti Dip! Translating to “all fruits” in Italian, this dip lives up to its name, pairing beautifully with literally any fruit you can imagine. This recipe is sunshine in a bowl—a bright, luscious, and ridiculously easy lemon dip that comes together in under five minutes. It’s the perfect way to add a touch of elegance and fun to your next gathering. For a truly tropical vibe, try serving it in a hollowed-out pineapple!
Ingredients
• 10 ounces / 283 grams lemon curd
• ⅓ cup / 80 ml sweetened condensed milk
• ¼ cup / 60 ml half-and-half
• Zest of 1 lemon, for garnish
• Assorted fresh fruit for serving, such as pineapple, strawberries, and apples
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, combine the lemon curd, sweetened condensed milk, and half-and-half.
2. Using a wire whisk, blend the until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
3. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. For a stunning presentation, serve it inside the hollowed-out bottom half of a pineapple.
4. Garnish with fresh lemon zest just before serving alongside a platter of your favorite fresh fruits.
Nutritional Information
• Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
• Calories: 95 kcal
• Sugar: 15g
• Fat: 3g
• Sodium: 20mg
• Disclaimer: is an estimate and may vary.
Pro Tips
• Pro-Tips for the Perfect Dip
• For an extra-impressive presentation, serve the dip in a hollowed-out pineapple. Use the cored pineapple for your fruit platter!
• This dip can be made up to 2 days in advance. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator and give it a quick stir before serving.
• Don’t be afraid to experiment with other citrus curds! Lime, orange, or passion fruit curd would also be delicious variations.
• For a thicker dip, substitute the half-and-half with heavy cream. For a thinner consistency, use whole milk.
FAQ
Q: Can I make this Tutti Frutti Dip vegan
A: Yes, you can easily adapt this recipe to be vegan. Use a store-bought or homemade vegan lemon curd (made without eggs), sweetened condensed coconut milk, and a plant-based half-and-half alternative or full-fat coconut cream for a rich and creamy result.
Q: How can I make this lemon dip dairy-free
A: To make this dip dairy-free, simply substitute the sweetened condensed milk with sweetened condensed coconut or oat milk, and use a dairy-free half-and-half or full-fat canned coconut milk. Ensure your lemon curd is also dairy-free, as some brands may contain butter.
Q: Is this fruit dip gluten-free
A: All the ingredients in this recipe—lemon curd, sweetened condensed milk, and half-and-half—are typically gluten-free. However, it’s always best to check the labels on your specific products to ensure they are certified gluten-free and avoid any risk of cross-contamination.
Q: How long does this vegetarian fruit dip last in the fridge
A: This dip can be made up to 2 days in advance. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator and give it a quick stir before serving to restore its smooth, creamy consistency.
