Description
Indulge in the creamy, minty goodness of this Refreshing Mint Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Dip that will be the star of any party. With a velvety texture and a burst of chocolate chips in every bite, it’s a delightful dessert dip that pairs perfectly with a variety of dippers.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheesecake Dip:
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Whipped Cream:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 4–6 drops green food coloring (optional)
- 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- Extra mini chocolate chips or crushed chocolate cookies for garnish
Instructions
- Cheesecake Dip: In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy. Add powdered sugar, granulated sugar, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Whipped Cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and fluffy.
- Stir in the green food coloring if using, followed by the mini chocolate chips.
- Chill the dip in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with additional chocolate chips or crushed cookies and serve with graham crackers, chocolate wafers, or fresh fruit.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute whipped topping for the heavy cream.
- Adjust the mint extract to taste if you prefer a stronger or milder flavor.
- Can be made a day ahead and stored in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
