Description

This Christmas Cookie Dough Dip is a festive and creamy treat perfect for holiday gatherings. Made with cream cheese, butter, powdered and brown sugar, and loaded with mini chocolate chips, this dip brings all the flavors of delicious cookie dough in a fun, no-bake format. Ideal for serving with graham crackers, pretzels, cookies, or fresh fruit, it’s an easy and crowd-pleasing appetizer or dessert for the holiday season.

Ingredients

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Base

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt (optional, for flavor balance)

Add-ins

1 cup mini chocolate chips (or chocolate chunks)

For Serving

Graham crackers, pretzels, or cookies (gingerbread or sugar cookies work great)
Fresh fruit like apple slices or strawberries

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Instructions

Beat Cream Cheese and Butter: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter with a hand mixer or stand mixer until smooth and creamy. This forms the rich and smooth base for the dip.
Add Sugars and Vanilla: Gradually add the powdered sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract to the mixture. Continue to beat until the sugars are fully incorporated and the dip achieves a smooth, creamy consistency.
Fold in Chocolate Chips: Use a spatula to gently fold in the mini chocolate chips or chunks until they are evenly distributed throughout the dip.
Adjust Flavor: Taste the dip and add a pinch of salt if desired to balance the sweetness. You can also add more chocolate chips if you prefer a richer, more indulgent dip.
Chill the Dip: For best results, chill the dip in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to an hour. This firming step helps thicken the dip and meld the flavors for a perfect consistency.
Serve: Transfer the chilled dip to a serving bowl and serve with your choice of dippers such as graham crackers, pretzels, cookies, or fresh fruit. Enjoy this festive treat at your holiday gatherings!

Notes

This dip can be made a day ahead and kept refrigerated to let flavors develop.
For a nut-free version, ensure chocolate chips and other ingredients are made in nut-free facilities.
Try different mix-ins such as white chocolate chips or crushed candy canes for holiday variation.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Bring dip to room temperature for 10 minutes before serving if too firm from refrigeration.