Cherry Cheesecake Dip Recipe

Indulge in this creamy cheesecake dip with homemade cherry topping, perfect for dipping Walker's Shortbread Fingers or serving in individual cups.

By Walker’s | us.walkersshortbread.com

  • ● Prep time: 1 hr. 15 min.
  • ● Cook time: 15 min.
  • ● Total time: 1 hr. 30 min.
  • ● Servings: 8

Ingredients

Cheesecake dip:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup sour cream (full fat is best)
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

Cherry topping:

  • 5–6 cups cherries, fresh or frozen
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 tbsp cornstarch

For serving:

  • 2 packages Walker's Shortbread Fingers

Directions

Step 1

Make cherry topping: Remove pits from cherries (if using fresh cherries). In a saucepan over medium heat, combine cherries, water, lemon juice, sugar and cornstarch.

Step 2

Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and cook, stirring frequently, for about 10 minutes. Cool before topping cheesecake dip.

Step 3

Make cheesecake dip: Beat cream cheese until very smooth, about 1 minute. Add sugar, vanilla and lemon juice and beat until smooth, about 2 minutes. Add sour cream and heavy cream and beat on medium high until smooth, thick and fluffy, about 3–5 minutes.

Step 4

Pour filling into a large serving dish. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour to set.

Step 5

When ready to serve, spoon chilled cherry pie filling on top. Serve with Walker's Shortbread Fingers.

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