Mint Chocolate Chip Dip (Print Version)

Creamy mint and chocolate chip blend shaped into a festive wreath, perfect for holiday sharing.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Dip Base

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
03 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
04 - 1/2 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
05 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
06 - 1–2 drops green food coloring (optional)

→ Add-ins

07 - 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips
08 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves

→ Decoration

09 - 2 tablespoons red mini chocolate candies or pomegranate seeds
10 - Additional mini chocolate chips and fresh mint leaves for garnish

→ For Serving

11 - Assorted cookies such as shortbread, vanilla wafers, chocolate wafers
12 - Pretzel sticks

# How to Make It:

01 - Beat the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter together in a large mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
02 - Add powdered sugar, peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and green food coloring if using. Mix until fully combined and fluffy.
03 - Gently fold the mini chocolate chips and chopped fresh mint leaves into the mixture.
04 - Transfer the mixture onto a serving plate lined with parchment paper and shape into a ring or wreath using a spatula or clean hands.
05 - Adorn the wreath with additional mini chocolate chips, fresh mint leaves, and red mini chocolate candies or pomegranate seeds to mimic holly berries.
06 - Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and texture to firm.
07 - Present with an assortment of cookies and pretzel sticks for dipping.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • A festive and creamy dip that’s simple to prepare, requiring no baking.
  • Perfectly balanced flavors of mint and chocolate that delight every palate.
  • The wreath shape adds a joyful holiday touch, turning dessert into decoration.
  • Easy to customize with garnishes for a personal festive flair.
  • Great for sharing at parties, making entertaining effortless and fun.
02 -
  • For easiest mixing, use an electric mixer or a sturdy whisk to cream the butter and cream cheese thoroughly.
  • Use parchment paper on the serving plate to help shape the wreath and prevent sticking.
  • Chilling for at least an hour enhances both the texture and flavor.
  • If desired, experiment with natural green tints like spinach juice instead of food coloring.
  • Check labels carefully for hidden allergens, especially soy in some chocolate chips.
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