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Meyer Lemon Mascarpone Fruit Dip! If you're looking for something sweet and simple to serve at any gathering -- from brunches to baby showers -- this creamy fruit dip is just the thing! Mascarpone cheese adds richness and tang while Meyer Lemon zest and juice make it a fragrant addition to any fruit platter.
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Mascarpone Fruit Dip

Mascarpone Fruit Dip! This creamy fruit dip made with rich Mascarpone cheese and bright, fragrant lemon zest is the perfect addition to a fruit tray or dessert platter.
Prep Time10 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Sauce
Cuisine: American
Servings: 1 cup
Author: The Kitchen Prep

Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature
  • ¼ cup mascarpone cheese
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2½ teaspoons lemon juice

For Serving

    Instructions

    • Pour heavy cream into the bowl of a stand mixer {or into a large bowl if using a hand mixer} beat until whipped and the peaks hold their shape. Scoop into a small bowl and set aside.
    • In the same bowl {no need to clean!} add cream cheese and mascarpone cheese. Mix until combined and smooth.
    • Add powdered sugar and, starting on low, mix until completely incorporated and smooth. Add vanilla extract and lemon zest and juice. Beat until fully incorporated.
    • Scoop whipped cream into the bowl with the cream cheese mixture and carefully fold it in by hand until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
    • Spoon the mixture into a serving dish and refrigerate for an hour or so to let the flavors marry. Before serving, remove from refrigerator and let it sit for 15-20 minutes so it softens a bit. Serve with fresh fruit or graham crackers for dipping.

    Notes

    Variations
    • Use a different type of citrus zest and juice to change up the flavor. Lime, orange or grapefruit all work!
    • Add a tiny drop of almond extract for a hint of almond flavor.
    • Omit the lemon zest and add mini chocolate chips, then serve with cannoli shell pieces for a deconstructed cannoli dip!
    While this recipe was originally made to serve as a fruit dip, you can also pipe the mixture into mini phyllo shells and top with fruit as a delicious mini tart!