Description
This Mint Chocolate Chip Dip is a creamy, flavorful treat perfect for parties or casual snacking. Combining the smoothness of cream cheese and butter with a refreshing peppermint essence, it’s studded with mini chocolate chips and optional chopped Andes mints for an irresistible texture and classic mint chocolate chip flavor. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s easy to whip up and pairs wonderfully with fruit, cookies, or graham crackers.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
Sweeteners & Flavoring
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1-2 drops green food coloring (optional, for that classic minty hue)
Mix-ins
- 1 cup whipped topping (or whipped heavy cream)
- ¾ cup mini chocolate chips
- ¼ cup chopped Andes mints or chocolate chunks (optional)
Instructions
- Mix the base: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until the mixture is smooth and creamy, creating a rich and stable foundation for the dip.
- Add sweetness & flavor: Incorporate the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract into the base. If desired, add 1-2 drops of green food coloring to achieve the classic minty green color, blending thoroughly for an even hue.
- Fold in the fluff: Gently fold in the whipped topping or whipped heavy cream to lighten the mixture, giving the dip a fluffy, airy texture.
- Add the chocolate chips: Stir in the mini chocolate chips and, if using, the chopped Andes mints or chocolate chunks evenly throughout the dip to provide bursts of chocolatey goodness in every bite.
Notes
- For best texture, ensure the cream cheese and butter are softened to room temperature before mixing.
- You can substitute whipped topping with freshly whipped heavy cream for a fresher taste.
- Use green food coloring sparingly to achieve the desired mint green shade without affecting flavor.
- This dip pairs excellently with graham crackers, vanilla wafers, apple slices, or pretzels.
- Store leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Optional chopped Andes mints add a delightful minty chocolate chunk texture, but can be omitted if unavailable.
