Festive Dessert Dip (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Dip Ingredients

01 - 8 ounces (1 package) softened cream cheese
02 - 8 ounces (1 tub) whipped topping like Cool Whip
03 - 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
04 - 1/2 cup powdered confectioner’s sugar
05 - A dash of pink food color
06 - Optional: 1/4 cup marshmallow frosting
07 - 1/2 cup mini candies like M&M's or pastel sprinkles, plus extra for decorating

→ Things to Dip

08 - Strawberries
09 - Pretzels
10 - Graham crackers
11 - Fluffy marshmallows

# Instructions:

01 - Grab a big bowl and use an electric mixer to whip the cream cheese until it’s totally smooth with no lumps in sight.
02 - Dump in the powdered sugar with the vanilla and mix until it’s nice and blended. If you’re using marshmallow fluff, gently fold it in now to make it extra luscious.
03 - Carefully stir in the whipped topping until the texture turns light as a cloud. Be sure everything is combined evenly.
04 - Put a few drops of pink food dye in and mix to your favorite shade. Stir through half the candies or sprinkles, but save the rest to sprinkle on top later.
05 - Spoon the mixture into a serving dish, sprinkle on your leftover sprinkles or candies, and pop it in the fridge for half an hour to chill and get tasty.

# Notes:

01 - Pair with pretzels, marshmallows, strawberries, or graham crackers for a tasty snack.
02 - Keep any remaining dip in the fridge for up to two days in a sealed container.
03 - Switch up the color with different food dyes to suit your party theme.