Love peppermint? Try this Peppermint Bark Fudge or these Chocolate Peppermint Icebox Cookies next! Peppermint Bark Cheesecake Dip is a perfect dessert dip for the holiday season. This easy recipe combines the bold peppermint flavor with the creaminess of cheesecake and promises to be a hit at your next holiday party! It’s similar to my No Bake Peppermint Bark Cheesecake in dip form, and that’s one of our favorite holiday desserts. It’s a hit wherever we take it! This dip is a little quicker to throw together, so it’s perfect for last minute guests or a Christmas potluck during a busy week. For more amazing peppermint treats that will WOW at your next holiday party, check out my Peppermint Mocha recipe, Chocolate Peppermint Icebox Cookies, Layered Double Chocolate Peppermint Cake, and these No Bake White Chocolate Peppermint Oreo Truffles.
Ingredients Needed:
Chocolate: use white chocolate chips or a chopped white chocolate baking bar — this flavors our dip and thickens it as well. Heavy Whipping Cream: heavy cream gives the dip its smooth and velvety texture. Full-fat coconut milk can be a dairy-free alternative, although the taste and texture will be different. Cream Cheese: full-fat cream cheese is best for that classic cheesecake taste and texture. You can use a lower-fat cream cheese if you prefer, but the result will be slightly thinner. Powdered Sugar: to add sweetness and help achieve a smooth texture to the dip. Vanilla Extract: enhances the overall flavor of the dip. Mint Extract: to give your dip that bold peppermint flavor that’s central to the dish. You can use less or more according to your tastes. White Chocolate: These little bits add texture and a burst of white chocolate flavor to every bite. Finely Chopped Dark or Milk Chocolate: offers texture and flavor, just like chopped peppermint bark! Peppermint Candy Canes: They give the dip its characteristic peppermint crunch and flavor. If candy canes aren’t available, peppermint candies can be used as an alternative.
How to Make Easy Peppermint Bark Dip
This recipe is quick and easy to make, so whip up a batch to elevate your holiday dessert table! Full instructions are included in the recipe card below.
Tips and Notes
High quality ingredients. One of the best ways to ensure the best flavor here is to opt for high-quality ingredients. Use your favorite kind of chocolate, candy canes, and full-fat creams for a full texture and flavor. Room temperature ingredients. Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature before you begin, to allow the ingredients to more easily whip together. Serving the dip. It’s worth noting that dairy-based dips like this one shouldn’t be left out at room temperature for extended periods of time. If you’re serving it for your holiday parties, you can place the serving bowl in a larger bowl filled with ice to keep it cool on the dessert table. Alternatively, serve a smaller bowl of the dip and refresh it as needed from the refrigerated supply.
Chocolate Candy Cane Cheesecake Dip Variations
Use other kinds of chocolate. Try using semi-sweet chocolate instead of white chocolate, or use some milk chocolate if you prefer it. The dip will be less sweet overall, so add in some sweetness to balance that out. You can also add a tablespoon of cocoa to the dip for a chocolatey version. Try other garnishes. Garnish your dip with your favorite kind of mini chocolate chips, chocolate curls, or festive sprinkles.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this dip with your favorite Christmas cookies on your holiday dessert table for extra festive sweetness. Check out my 31 Best Christmas Cookie Recipes for some yummy inspiration! Alternatively, serve the dip with some dipping snacks like Graham crackers, Oreos, vanilla wafers, or salted pretzels. This delicious dip will be a decadent side to my Peppermint Bark, or serve it with my Dessert Charcuterie Board!
More Easy Sweet Dip Recipes to Try
Cream Cheese Fruit Dip
Peppermint Bark Cheesecake Dip
Caramel Apple Dip
Cannoli Dip
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