Easy Hot Cocoa Dip
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Easy Hot Cocoa Dip
Description
The Easy Hot Cocoa Dip mixture combines softened cream cheese with marshmallow creme and whipped topping, whipped to a smooth texture before folding in hot chocolate mix. This blend creates a creamy yet airy dip that mimics the taste of hot cocoa but with a dippable consistency. The sweetness and marshmallow elements add softness and lightness.
Once chilled, the dip firms slightly and can be garnished with mini marshmallows, holiday mini M&M's, or other toppings to enhance the presentation and flavor variety. The dip pairs well with items like Golden Oreos, graham crackers, marshmallows, or milano cookies that balance the creamy texture with crunch or chew.
Estimated to serve about eight, this dip offers a convenient dessert for group occasions where a cold sweet treat is welcome. It avoids long preparation or cooking times, relying instead on mixing and chilling.
Ingredients
Dip
- 8 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
- 1 cup marshmallow creme
- 4 oz whipped topping thawed, frozen, Cool Whip brand
- 4 (1.38 oz each) packets hot chocolate mix about 1/2 cup
Garnishes
- mini marshmallows
- M&M's holiday mini size
- any other hot chocolate toppings you'd like
Instructions
- To a mixing bowl, add softened cream cheese and beat with a hand mixer on MED speed until smooth and creamy.
- Add marshmallow creme and whipped topping and beat until combined.
- Add hot chocolate mix and beat again until fluffy and well combined.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Top with desired garnishes and serve chilled, with desired dippers (we like golden oreos, graham crackers, marshmallows, milano cookies, etc).
Notes
- This recipe yields about eight servings but can be portioned as needed.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 171 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 171kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.001g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 31mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 103mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 53mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 406IU | 8% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.04mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.