Save It A rich, creamy dessert dip inspired by the flavors of chocolate brownies, perfect for holiday gatherings and served with festive dippers.
This dip quickly became a family favorite during the holidays and always disappears first at parties.
Ingredients
- Brownie Base: 1 cup (120 g) brownie mix (dry, not prepared), 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese softened, 1/2 cup (120 g) unsalted butter softened
- Sweeteners & Flavor: 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar, 1/4 cup (25 g) unsweetened cocoa powder, 2 tbsp (30 ml) milk, 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Festive Decorations: 1/2 cup (90 g) mini chocolate chips, assorted holiday sprinkles
- Dippers: Graham crackers, Pretzel sticks, Fresh strawberries, Marshmallows
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
- Step 2:
- Add the dry brownie mix, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Beat until fully combined and fluffy.
- Step 3:
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
- Step 4:
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and smooth the top.
- Step 5:
- Decorate the surface with holiday sprinkles to resemble a festive tree or holiday motif.
- Step 6:
- Serve immediately with graham crackers pretzels strawberries and marshmallows or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Save It This recipe brings joy to every holiday gathering and creates lasting memories with loved ones.
Required Tools
Electric mixer or hand whisk mixing bowl rubber spatula serving bowl
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cream cheese butter) Wheat (brownie mix graham crackers) Soy (possible in chocolate chips) May contain traces of eggs or nuts depending on brownie mix and decorations Check all ingredient labels if allergies are a concern
Nutritional Information
Calories 320 Total Fat 18 g Carbohydrates 38 g Protein 3 g per serving
Save It This festive tree brownie dip is sure to delight and impress your guests every time.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I prepare this dip ahead of time?
Yes, it can be refrigerated for several hours or overnight to enhance flavors. Bring to room temperature before serving for best texture.
- → What can I use as dippers for this dip?
Common options include graham crackers, pretzel sticks, fresh strawberries, marshmallows, or even cookies and apple slices for variety.
- → Is there a way to make the dip extra chocolatey?
Adding a pinch of instant espresso powder intensifies the chocolate notes without altering texture.
- → Can I use homemade brownie mix instead of store-bought?
Yes, a dry homemade mix can be used as long as it remains powdery and unsweetened to maintain the dip’s consistency.
- → How do I achieve the festive tree decoration?
Use holiday sprinkles to decorate the surface or pipe colored frosting outlines before adding sprinkles to create tree shapes.