A red, white and blue patriotic fruit spread with dip is certainly perfect for many summer celebrations and summer picnics. Filled with fresh fruit and a cream cheese frosting dip. It is an easy dessert recipe that takes very little time to put together. Additionally, making for a great recipe as a snack idea on a hot summer day as well.
This dish can be enjoyed in different simple ways. Like for warm summer day festive snacks, or for a potluck. Or for celebrations for Patriotic holidays such as Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day. A red, white and blue fruit salad that is filled with fresh berries and a delicious dip. So versatile that it can incorporate different fruits too.
So, whenever you are in need of a festive dish for summer holidays, this is a great pick. Especially for everyone that loves fruit. It is undoubtedly a favorite.
Another amazing fruit option to try is this rosa marina salad recipe. Indeed, another favorite dish.
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Why You Will Love This Recipe!
- The fruit is nutritious.
- The dip is particularly easy to make.
- The entire spread overall takes little time to prepare.
- You can customize it with whatever fruit you would like.
Ingredients for Red, White and Blue Patriotic Fruit Spread with Dip!
- fresh strawberries
- fresh blueberries
- mini marshmallows
- unsalted butter
- cream cheese
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions to Make this Patriotic Dessert!
Step 1: To begin with, rinse all of the fruit under cool running water and pat dry with a paper towel.
Step 2: Next, arrange fruit in a dish or bowl of your choice then cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
Variations
- Different fruit - Blueberries and strawberries are wonderful choices for this dish. However, there are other great options in addition to these. So, a great way to make this dish your own is to add your favorite fruits to it. To keep it a patriotic fruit salad recipe, consider these for instance: red grapes, bananas and concord grapes.
Equipment
- measuring cup
- spoon
- medium saucepan
- dish or bowl for fruit
- bowl for dip
- airtight container
Storage
Store your fruit and dip in the refrigerator covered for up to four days. However, it is best to enjoy within the first few days as the fruit should be undoubtedly best then.
Frugal Tip
This is a great dish to serve during the spring and summer purchasing in season fruit helping to save money.
FAQ
There are many fruits that are good for Memorial Day. Some that are in season that are great picks for a Patriotic theme include: apples, bananas, blueberries, cherries and strawberries.
Related
Looking for other great recipes for barbecues, your next fourth of July celebration and more? Pease check these out:
- Sugar cookie fruit pizza
- Homemade peanut butter chocolate brownies
- Marshmallow fruit salad
- Homemade shredded potato salad
Red, White and Blue Patriotic Fruit Spread with Dip!
Equipment
- 1 Cup measuring cup
- 1 spoon
- 1 Medium saucepan
- 2 dishes or bowls for fruit and dip
- 1 Airtight container
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh strawberries
- 1 pint fresh blueberries
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 2 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 8 oz cream cheese
Instructions
- Rinse all of the fruit under cool running water and pat dry with a paper towel.
- Arrange fruit in a dish or bowl of your choice then cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
- Place the mini marshmallows and butter into a medium saucepan. Cook over low to medium heat for about five minutes. Stirring occasionally and being sure not to let stick to pan. Do not melt down the marshmallows completely.
- Add the cream cheese to the marshmallow and butter mixture. Over low to medium heat, stir continuously until everything is completely blended. This may take about three minutes. Remove from heat as soon as it is completely mixed together.
- Carefully scoop out the fruit dip into an airtight container and refrigerate until cold. Then serve dip in a small bowl alongside of the fruit and enjoy.
Jean Neuhart says
Wow. So easy, and sounds so yummy. Saving this recipe to try later.
Amy says
I am glad. It is definitely yummy.
elizabeth says
Looks delicious!
Amy says
Thanks so much!
Under flowery sky says
This looks awesome, I love the union of strawberries and blueberries...
Amy says
Thank you!!