Pin It A festive, creamy dessert dip with fresh mint and chocolate chips, shaped into a cheerful holiday wreath's perfect for sharing at parties.
This dip became our holiday favorite after I brought it to a family gathering; everyone loved the fresh mint flavor paired with sweet chocolate chips.
Ingredients
- Dip Base: 225 g (8 oz) cream cheese softened, 120 g (1/2 cup) unsalted butter softened, 100 g (1/2 cup) powdered sugar, 1/2 tsp pure peppermint extract, 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract, 1 2 drops green food coloring (optional)
- Add ins: 150 g (3/4 cup) mini chocolate chips, 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint leaves plus extra for garnish
- Decoration: 2 tbsp red mini chocolate candies or pomegranate seeds, Additional mini chocolate chips and mint leaves for garnish
- For Serving: Assorted cookies (e.g. shortbread, vanilla wafers, chocolate wafers), Pretzel sticks
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
- Step 2:
- Add the powdered sugar, peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and green food coloring (if using). Mix until fully combined and fluffy.
- Step 3:
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips and chopped fresh mint leaves.
- Step 4:
- Transfer the mixture onto a serving plate lined with parchment paper. Shape the dip into a ring or wreath using a spatula or clean hands.
- Step 5:
- Decorate the wreath with extra chocolate chips, fresh mint leaves, and red mini chocolate candies or pomegranate seeds to resemble holly berries.
- Step 6:
- Chill for at least 1 hour before serving for best texture and flavor.
- Step 7:
- Serve with assorted cookies and pretzel sticks for dipping.
Pin It Making this wreath brings the family together every holiday season, creating joyful memories while enjoying delicious treats.
Notes
For nut free ensure all packaged ingredients are processed in nut free facilities. Add a splash of crème de menthe for an adult twist. Pairs well with a glass of hot chocolate or peppermint tea.
Required Tools
Electric mixer or whisk, Mixing bowl, Rubber spatula, Serving plate, Parchment paper
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cream cheese, butter), Soy (in some chocolate chips), Gluten (if serving with regular cookies or pretzels). Double check ingredient labels for possible traces of nuts or other allergens.
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This dip is a delightful crowd pleaser and a festive centerpiece for any holiday party.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I shape the dip into a wreath?
After mixing all ingredients, transfer the dip onto a serving plate lined with parchment paper. Use a spatula or clean hands to form it into a circular ring, creating the wreath shape.
- → Can I prepare this dip in advance?
Yes, chilling the dip for at least 1 hour before serving improves texture and flavor, making it ideal for preparing ahead of time.
- → What alternatives can I use for green coloring?
Instead of artificial green food coloring, natural spinach juice can be used for a subtle tint without altering the flavor.
- → What are suitable dippers to serve alongside this dip?
Assorted cookies like shortbread, vanilla wafers, chocolate wafers, and pretzel sticks complement the creamy dip perfectly.
- → How can I make the dip more festive in appearance?
Decorate the wreath with extra mini chocolate chips, fresh mint leaves, and red mini chocolate candies or pomegranate seeds to resemble holly berries.
- → Is this dip suitable for vegetarian diets?
Yes, it contains no meat and is appropriate for vegetarian preferences.