This Peppermint Hot Chocolate Dip is a fun, festive dessert that tastes just like your favorite winter drink only as a chocolatey dip perfect for cookies! Made with a blend of marshmallow fluff, cream cheese, whipped topping, hot chocolate mix, and a kiss of peppermint, it’s perfect for dipping cookies, graham crackers, or even fresh fruit. It is perfect to serve at all your Christmas parties, cookie swaps, or holiday movie nights. The perfect no-bake dessert that’s merry, minty, and totally irresistible.
This dip serves: 6
Prep time: 10 minutes
Chill time: 1 hour
Storage & Make-Ahead Tips
• Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days
• Best served chilled, re-fluff with a spoon if it settles
• Not freezer-friendly (texture changes when thawed)
• You can make it 1–2 days ahead and add garnishes just before serving
• If using fresh whipped cream instead of Cool Whip, eat within 1–2 days
You will need
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 7 ounces marshmallow creme
• 4 packets hot chocolate mix
• 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 8 ounces frozen whipped topping, thawed
• Mini chocolate chips for garnish
• Mini marshmallows for garnish
• Crushed peppermints for garnish
• Cookies for dipping
In a large bowl using an electric mixer whip your cream cheese until fluffy.
Whip the marshmallow cream, hot chocolate mix and peppermint extract into the cream cheese.
Fold in the whipped topping until well blended, then transfer to dip serving bowl or dish.
Top with mini chocolate chips, mini marshmallows and crushed peppermints for garnish.
Serve with a variety of cookies.
Substitutions
Marshmallow creme → 1 cup mini marshmallows melted with a splash of milk
Frozen whipped topping → Fresh whipped cream (sweetened and stabilized)
Peppermint extract → Vanilla extract + crushed peppermints for a milder mint flavor
Hot chocolate mix → Unsweetened cocoa + powdered sugar (3 tbsp each per packet) ✨
Variations to try
• Add a few drops of red food coloring for a swirled candy cane look
• Fold in mini marshmallows or crushed Oreos for texture
• Use flavored cocoa mix (like dark chocolate or white chocolate)
• Swap peppermint for cinnamon extract to make it a Mexican hot chocolate version
• Top with whipped cream and a peppermint stick for a cute holiday dip “charcuterie” setup
Tips & Tricks
• Let cream cheese fully soften before mixing for a smooth dip
• Mix cocoa powder and peppermint into the cream cheese before adding whipped topping to prevent lumps
• Chill for 30+ minutes to let the flavors develop and the texture firm up
• Serve in a festive bowl with crushed peppermint around the rim for a holiday party wow moment
• Try dipping chocolate graham crackers, shortbread cookies, or fresh strawberries
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