Pin it Celebrate the holidays with a delightful Mint Chocolate Chip Dip Wreath. This festive, creamy dessert dip blends fresh mint and chocolate chips into a cheerful wreath shape, perfect for sharing and dipping your favorite cookies or pretzels at any party. Easy to make and visually stunning, this dip brings a burst of holiday spirit to your table.
Pin it This dip wreath not only tastes incredible but also doubles as a decorative centerpiece. The bright green hues from the mint and optional food coloring, along with the red decoration accents, create a joyful holiday display that guests will love to dip into again and again.
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
- 1. Cream the base
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
- 2. Add flavors and color
- Add the powdered sugar, peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and green food coloring (if using). Mix until fully combined and fluffy.
- 3. Fold in add-ins
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips and chopped fresh mint leaves.
- 4. Shape the wreath
- 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.
- 5. Decorate
- Decorate the wreath with extra chocolate chips, fresh mint leaves, and red mini chocolate candies or pomegranate seeds to resemble holly berries.
- 6. Chill
- Chill for at least 1 hour before serving for best texture and flavor.
- 7. Serve
- Serve with assorted cookies and pretzel sticks for dipping.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
Using softened cream cheese and butter helps achieve a smooth and creamy texture easily. If you prefer a natural touch, replace the green food coloring with fresh spinach juice for subtle color. To prepare ahead, assemble the wreath and refrigerate overnight; just bring it out a few minutes before serving to soften slightly.
Varianten und Anpassungen
For a nut-free version, verify that all packaged ingredients come from nut-free facilities. To give it a boozy kick, add a splash of crème de menthe to the mixture. You can also experiment by swapping chocolate chips with white chocolate or adding crushed peppermint candies for extra crunch.
Serviervorschläge
Pair this festive dip wreath with an assortment of cookies such as shortbread, vanilla wafers, or chocolate wafers, and crunchy pretzel sticks for dipping. It also goes wonderfully with a warm cup of hot chocolate or peppermint tea to complete the holiday experience.
Pin it Enjoy making and sharing this Mint Chocolate Chip Dip Wreath during your holiday celebrations. Its creamy richness and festive charm are sure to become an annual favorite for friends and family alike.
Recipe Q&A
- → How do I shape the dip into a wreath?
After mixing all ingredients, transfer the dip to a parchment-lined plate. Use a spatula or clean hands to form a ring shape, creating a wreath-like appearance.
- → Can I prepare this dip ahead of time?
Yes, chilling the dip for at least one hour enhances flavor and texture. It can be made a day ahead and kept refrigerated until serving.
- → What can I use to decorate the dip wreath?
Use extra mini chocolate chips, fresh mint leaves, and red mini chocolate candies or pomegranate seeds to create a festive, holly-like decoration.
- → Are there any suggested accompaniments for serving?
Assorted cookies such as shortbread, vanilla wafers, chocolate wafers, and pretzel sticks pair excellently for dipping and complement the creamy flavors.
- → Is there a way to make the dip naturally green?
Replacing green food coloring with natural spinach juice provides a subtle, natural green tint without altering flavor significantly.