Description
Creamy mint chocolate chip dip delivers a cool, sweet sensation perfect for dessert lovers. Smooth cream cheese and rich chocolate chips blend seamlessly, creating an irresistible treat you’ll want to savor with graham crackers or fresh fruit.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 (8 ounces / 226 grams) block cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (120 grams) powdered sugar
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 drops green food coloring
Garnish and Mix-ins:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) whipped topping
- 3/4 cup (135 grams) mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup (40 grams) chopped Andes mints or chocolate chunks
Instructions
- Prepare the creamy foundation by vigorously whisking softened cream cheese and butter in a large mixing bowl until achieving a silky, uniform texture, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually incorporate powdered sugar, ensuring a smooth blend without lumps, then introduce vanilla and peppermint extract for an intense aromatic profile.
- Enhance the visual appeal by adding a hint of green food coloring, creating a soft mint-like hue that complements the flavor.
- Delicately fold whipped topping into the mixture, maintaining a light and airy consistency while preventing deflation of the whipped cream.
- Gently integrate mini chocolate chips and finely chopped Andes mints, distributing them evenly throughout the dip to create delightful chocolate bursts in every spoonful.
- Transfer the prepared dip to a serving bowl, smoothing the top with a spatula for a polished presentation.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the dip to set, ensuring optimal taste and texture when served chilled.
Notes
- Chill the cream cheese and butter at room temperature for easier mixing and smoother texture.
- Adjust peppermint extract carefully to prevent overwhelming mint flavor; start with less and taste as you go.
- For a lighter version, swap full-fat cream cheese with reduced-fat or Greek yogurt cream cheese alternative.
- Customize by using dark chocolate chips or crushed candy canes for extra festive crunch and visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 264
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg