Chunky Chocolate Cheesecake Dip
A rich and creamy cheesecake-inspired dip made with cream cheese, butter, sugars, vanilla, and chocolate chips. Perfect for pairing with fruits, crackers, and sweet or salty dippers.
Servings
Ingredients
- 1 package 8 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1 stick ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- ¾ cup confectioners’ sugar
- 1 cup miniature chocolate chips plus more as desired
For Serving (Dipping Suggestions):
- Fresh strawberries
- Waffle cones broken into scoop-sized pieces
- Graham crackers halved
- Miniature pretzels sticks or rounds also suitable
Instructions
Prepare the base mixture
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, softened butter, pinch of salt, vanilla extract, light brown sugar, and confectioners’ sugar.
Blend until smooth
- Using an electric hand mixer, beat the mixture on medium speed until smooth, creamy, and fully incorporated. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to ensure even mixing.
Incorporate the chocolate chips
- Using a spatula, gently fold in the miniature chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dip.
Serve
- Transfer the prepared dip into a serving bowl and place it at the center of a dessert board. Arrange your chosen dippers—such as strawberries, graham crackers, pretzels, and waffle cone pieces—around the dip for easy serving.
- Optional presentation: For a molded “cheese ball” style, transfer the dip to the center of a large sheet of plastic wrap, shaping it into a sphere. Refrigerate for 2–3 hours until firm, then unwrap and place in a serving dish before serving.
Chill and enjoy
- Serve the dip chilled for best texture and flavor.
Notes
This recipe is naturally gluten-free in its base form. To keep it fully gluten-free, use certified gluten-free pretzels, graham crackers, and any other dipping items to avoid cross-contamination. Always verify labels on chocolate chips and other packaged ingredients.