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🍯🍎Honey-Nutmeg Cream Cheese Dip Recipe

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Sweet Dipping Delight: Creamy Nutmeg Dip with Seasonal Fruit 🍏🍎

persimmons with honey cream cheese dip

This delectable Honey-Nutmeg Cream Cheese Dip is a straightforward yet elegant recipe that combines the richness of cream cheese with the refreshing sweetness of honey and warm nutmeg.

It’s the perfect accompaniment to fresh fruit, making it a versatile and satisfying treat!

Requiring just four simple ingredients and minimal prep time, this dip is incredibly simple to make.

Just combine, blend until creamy, chill to perfection, and serve with your favorite seasonal dippers.

Whether you need a quick snack, a delightful dessert option, or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, this sweet dip is sure to be a hit!

fresh persimmons

Seasonal Dipping Guide (Southern California Focus) 🍎🧡

As a Southern California resident, I know that fall and early winter bring a harvest of incredibly sweet, local fruit!

This dip pairs perfectly with produce that is in season right now.

Look for these sweet and crisp dippers at your local farmer’s markets, or find them closer to home:

  • Persimmons: These beautiful, sweet fruits (especially the Fuyu variety) are fantastic when sliced and sprinkled with extra nutmeg. Look for them at local farmer’s markets or check your neighbor’s tree (with their permission, of course!).
  • Apples: The crisp, refreshing sweetness of local apples makes them an ideal choice for dipping. They are in season and taste best when picked fresh.

Other Delicious Dipping Options

This creamy dip is also wonderful with:

  • Berries: Strawberries, and blackberries add a juicy, tartness that complements the creaminess of the dip.
  • Pears: These sweet and slightly floral fruits offer a sophisticated dipping option.
  • Dried Fruit: For a richer flavor and chewy texture, try dipping dried apricots or cranberries.

Honey-Nutmeg Cream Cheese Dip Recipe

Honey-Nutmeg Cream Cheese Dip Recipe 🥄

Ingredients

  • 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened (Must be fully softened for a lump-free dip!) 🧀
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (Plain or vanilla)
  • 1/2 cup honey 🍯
  • 1 whole nutmeg or 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg (plus extra for garnish)
  • Fresh Persimmon slices and/or apple slices (or other seasonal fruit)

Supplies

Instructions

  1. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the fully softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and honey.
  2. Mix Until Creamy: Beat with a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  3. Add Nutmeg: Grate 1/2 teaspoon of fresh nutmeg into the dip (or use ground nutmeg) and stir to combine.
  4. Chill to Thicken: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop and the dip to thicken slightly.
  5. Prep Fruit: While the dip chills, wash and slice your persimmons, apples, or other chosen fruit.
  6. Serve & Garnish: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Garnish with a fresh grating of nutmeg, arrange the fruit slices around it, and serve!

Technique, Flavor Swaps, and Make-Ahead Tips 🥄🍯

Use these tips to ensure a smooth dip, perfect flavor, and easy storage!

Mixing Technique

  • Soften the Cream Cheese: This is the most crucial step! Take the cream cheese out of the refrigerator at least an hour before mixing. If the cheese is cold, the dip will be lumpy.
  • Adjust Sweetness: Start with 1/2 cup of honey. You can easily adjust the amount based on your preference and the sweetness of the fruit you plan to serve.
  • Richer Flavor: For a decadent dip that is extra rich and thick, use full-fat cream cheese and full-fat Greek yogurt.

Flavor Swaps

  • Spice Swap: If nutmeg isn’t your favorite, swap it for 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon, or a pinch of pumpkin pie spice for a warmer, autumn flavor.
  • Nutty Addition: Stir in a tablespoon of finely chopped pecans or walnuts just before serving for an added crunch.

Storage and Make-Ahead

  • Make Ahead: This dip is perfect for making in advance! It can be prepared up to **3 days ahead** and stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
  • Best Serving Temperature: Serve the dip chilled directly from the refrigerator for the best, thickest texture.

Ready to Create a Memorable Treat? ⬇️

This simple, elegant dip is the perfect way to highlight those sweet, crisp flavors of Southern California’s fall harvest.

It makes an easy holiday appetizer or a delightful weekend snack!

Did you find any beautiful local persimmons for dipping, or did you try the cinnamon swap?

sweet cream cheese dip with persimmon slices

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