Funfetti Dip Recipe for Easter
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Easter just got a whole lot sweeter with our homemade Funfetti Dip Recipe—this delightful concoction is a celebration in a bowl!
It combines simple ingredients like cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and, of course, rainbow sprinkles for that festive touch.
The result is a creamy, fluffy dip that pairs beautifully with your favorite dippers, from fresh fruit to crunchy cookies.
With its creamy texture, colorful sprinkles, and irresistible taste, it’s the perfect addition to your Easter festivities!
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Funfetti Dip Recipe
Funfetti dip is one of those popular American dessert dips, that is pretty much unheard of in the UK. For a few reasons…
The original recipe is actually a copycat of Dunkaroo Dip, which was a beloved sweet treat in the 90s. This snack came in individual containers with some cookies for dunking into a sweet creamy dip.
The original recipe also uses ingredients that are not available in the UK—Pillsbury Funfetti Cake Mix and Cool Whip. The raw cake mix needs to be heated in the oven to cook the raw flour, which, for some, is a concern.
All those issues are taken out of the equation with our easy recipe! There is no worrying about cake mixes, raw eggs, or if you can get the correct ingredients, as they are all common and easy to buy in supermarkets and grocery stores the world over!* (*Probably.)
The 5-ingredient dip is so quick to make—-cream room temperature butter and cream cheese in a large mixing bowl, and then beat in powdered sugar and vanilla with a hand mixer, whisk, or wooden spoon.
Of course, don’t forget the sprinkles! These get mixed directly into the mixture, with extra sprinkles for garnish. Think of it like buttercream icing in dip form!
Imagine serving this Funfetti Dip recipe at your next Easter gathering. It’s the perfect sweet dip for an afternoon of egg hunting and springtime fun. Pair it with a selection of your favorite cookies for dunking, and you’ve got a dessert that both kids and adults will love.
Try our classic Sugar Cookies, Cadbury Mini Egg Cookies, or these adorable Easter Cookies covered in sprinkles!
This easy dessert dip can be multiplied to make large amounts to serve at other special occasions, such as a bridal or baby shower; you could change the sprinkles to match the color scheme. Or how about serving at birthday parties or as a sleepover snack?
It’s a great way to bring a touch of whimsy and joy to any dessert table!
We have lots of great savory Dips on The Purple Pumpkin Blog, as well as some more sweet ones for you to try, including Diddy Kong Peanut Shooter Dip, which was served at a Nintendo-themed birthday party, and our Honey-Yogurt Dip to serve with fresh fruit.
How To Make Funfetti Dip
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Number of Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: n/a minutes | Additional Time: n/a
Total Time: 10 minutes
Step 1 – Gather Your Ingredients
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- Chilled & Dairy – Cream Cheese, Butter
- Powdered Sugar – Also known as Icing Sugar or Confectioners Sugar.
- Pure Vanilla Extract – Always buy good vanilla; it makes a flavor difference.
- Sprinkles – Use any type of sprinkles that you like! You can switch them up for different holidays, like pumpkins for Halloween, shamrocks/clover for St. Patrick’s, or candy canes and snowflakes for Christmas.
- Assorted Cookies – Such as Graham Crackers, Teddy Grahams or Animal Crackers, for serving. Homemade Sugar Cookies are another great choice!
- Assorted Fresh Fruits – Such as strawberries or apple slices, for serving.
The complete list of ingredients with measurements is on the recipe card at the end of this post.
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Step 2 – Kitchen Tools
- Mixing Bowls
- Electric Mixer – either a handheld or standing mixer or you could use a Whisk.
- Rubber/Silicone Spatula
- Serving Bowl
The complete ingredient list, along with their measurements, is provided on the recipe card. The Purple Pumpkin Blog uses both cups and weighted measurements in its recipes, making American cups and kitchen food scales valuable tools for trying all the recipes. We provide measurements in US customary, imperial, and metric units. Still, it’s essential to note that while you can combine cup measurements with weighted measures, never mix US customary/imperial units (pounds, ounces, pints, etc.) with metric units (kilograms, grams, liters, etc.).
Step 3 – Cream Ingredients Together
Place the softened cream cheese and butter into a large bowl and combine with an electric mixer or hand whisk.
Step 4 – Beat the Mixture
Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the bowl. Beat for 1 to 2 minutes until light and fluffy.
Step 5 – Add Sprinkles
Fold sprinkles into the mixture, then transfer the dip to a serving bowl.
Step 6 – Garnish & Serve
Sprinkle additional sprinkles on top of the Funfetti Dip and serve with an assortment of cookies and fresh fruit. Enjoy!
Storing Leftovers & Freezing
- Storing Leftovers:
- Transfer to an airtight container, and store in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- Freezing Instructions:
- Not suitable for freezing
- With all leftovers, ensure the food looks and smells okay before consuming.
- You can always consult the Food Standards Agency in your country for the most up-to-date advice on storing and freezing foods: Food Standards Agency (UK) | Food Safety (USA).
Printable Funfetti Dip Recipe Card
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Funfetti Dip
Ingredients
- 5 oz cream cheese softened at room temperature
- 8 Tbsp unsalted butter softened at room temperature
- 1 cup powdered sugar (icing sugar)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ¼ cup edible cupcake sprinkles
- Assorted cookies and fresh fruit of choice for serving
SUGGESTED PRODUCTS
Instructions
- Place the softened cream cheese and butter into a large bowl and combine with an electric mixer or hand whisk.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the bowl. Beat for 1 to 2 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Fold sprinkles into the mixture, then transfer the dip to a serving bowl.
- Sprinkle additional sprinkles on top of the Funfetti Dip and serve with an assortment of cookies and fresh fruit. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Nutritional information is always approximate and will depend on the quality of ingredients used and serving sizes. If you need exact calories and macros, please do your own calculations.
Dinner Party Menu Suggestions
You’ve made the dessert, but what about the rest of the courses?
Here are additional recipes to create a menu for a dinner party or special meal:
- Appetizer: Grilled Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus Spears Appetizer
- Soup: Authentic Greek-Cypriot Avgolemono – Egg Lemon Soup
- Salad: Refreshing Savory Mixed Berry Salad Recipe with Raspberry Vinaigrette
- Main Dish: Garlic-Herb Roasted Whole Chicken
- Side Dish: 5-Ingredient Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Glaze
- Beverage: The Best Italian Margarita Recipe with Limoncello
More Easter Dessert Recipes
- Easter Cookie Bars – with vanilla frosting and sprinkles.
- Carrot Cake Truffles – they make a wonderful Easter gift!
- Easter Thumbprint Cookies – cute cookies to enjoy with a glass of milk!
Look here for more: Easter Recipes