Description
This Hot Cocoa Dip is a creamy, fluffy dessert dip that combines cream cheese, marshmallow fluff, and rich cocoa flavors. Perfect for dipping cookies, strawberries, and graham crackers, it’s a festive and indulgent treat that comes together in minutes without any cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 (8-oz.) pkg. cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup Marshmallow Fluff
- 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons hot cocoa mix (from about 4 [1.38-oz.] packets)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
For Serving (Optional)
- Whipped cream
- Mini marshmallows
- Holiday sprinkles
- Oreos
- Graham crackers
- Shortbread cookies
- Peppermint sandwich cookies
- Whole strawberries
Instructions
- Beat Cream Cheese and Marshmallow Fluff: In the large bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese and Marshmallow Fluff on medium-high speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 1 minute.
- Add Cocoa Ingredients: Add hot cocoa mix, heavy cream, and unsweetened cocoa powder to the bowl. Beat on low speed until just combined, about 1 to 2 minutes.
- Mix Until Smooth: Increase the mixer speed to medium-high and continue beating the dip until smooth and all the cocoa mix has fully dissolved, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Serve: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. If desired, top with whipped cream, mini marshmallows, and holiday sprinkles. Serve alongside cookies and strawberries for dipping.
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature to ensure a smooth dip.
- You can adjust the amount of hot cocoa mix to intensify the chocolate flavor.
- This dip is best served fresh but can be refrigerated and brought back to room temperature before serving.
- Try different types of cookies or fruit for dipping to customize your dessert.
- The dip is naturally gluten-free if served with gluten-free dippers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (approximately)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
