Pin A festive, creamy dessert dip with fresh mint and chocolate chips shaped into a cheerful holiday wreath perfect for sharing at parties.
I love making this mint chocolate chip dip wreath because it's easy to prepare and always a hit with guests during the holidays.
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. vanilla wafers chocolate wafers shortbread), 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 This dip wreath always brings joy to my family's holiday gatherings as everyone loves dipping cookies and pretzel sticks into it.
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.
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.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 290 Total Fat 19 g Carbohydrates 28 g Protein 3 g
Pin This mint chocolate chip dip wreath is a delightful way to celebrate the season with family and friends.
Recipe Q&A
- → How do I shape the dip into a wreath?
Use a spatula or clean hands to spread the dip into a ring shape on parchment paper-lined serving plate, creating the wreath form.
- → Can I replace green food coloring with a natural ingredient?
Yes, substitute spinach juice for a subtle natural green tint without artificial coloring.
- → How long should the dip chill before serving?
Chill the dip for at least 1 hour to firm up and allow flavors to meld for the best texture.
- → What makes this dip festive and holiday-appropriate?
The wreath shape decorated with mint leaves and red chocolate candies or pomegranate seeds mimics holly berries, enhancing its seasonal look.
- → What snacks pair well with this dip?
Assorted cookies like shortbread, vanilla wafers, chocolate wafers, and pretzel sticks complement the creamy, minty dip perfectly.