Mint Chocolate Chip Dip (Print Version)

Creamy dip with fresh mint and chocolate chips shaped into a festive holiday wreath.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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 (e.g., shortbread, vanilla wafers, chocolate wafers)
12 - Pretzel sticks

# Steps:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
02 - Incorporate the powdered sugar, peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and green food coloring if using. Mix thoroughly until light and fluffy.
03 - Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips and chopped fresh mint leaves until evenly distributed.
04 - Transfer the mixture onto a parchment-lined serving plate and shape it into a wreath using a spatula or clean hands.
05 - Decorate with extra mini chocolate chips, fresh mint leaves, and red mini chocolate candies or pomegranate seeds to mimic holly berries.
06 - Refrigerate for at least one hour to set before serving.
07 - Present with an assortment of cookies and pretzel sticks for dipping.

# Helpful Hints:

01 -
  • Festive and creamy dessert dip
  • Perfect for sharing at holiday parties
02 -
  • Contains milk, soy, and gluten depending on serving options
  • Green food coloring can be swapped with natural spinach juice for subtle tint
03 -
  • Use room temperature cream cheese and butter for easier mixing
  • Chill the dip at least 1 hour to firm up and enhance flavors
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