Festive Peppermint Dessert Dip: A Sweet Holiday Treat
A sweet and festive peppermint dessert dip, perfect for holiday gatherings and celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 7-ounce jar marshmallow fluff
- 8 ounces Cool Whip or similar whipped topping, defrosted
- 1 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
- Red gel food dye
- Candy canes, finely crushed for topping
Instructions
- Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar with a hand mixer until smooth.
- Add marshmallow fluff, whipped topping, and peppermint extract; mix until airy and combined.
- Drizzle 5–6 drops of red gel food dye across mixture and gently fold for swirls.
- Scrape bowl sides, cover, and refrigerate at least 30 minutes to set.
- Before serving, sprinkle crushed candy canes on top.
Notes
- Pairs well with chocolate graham crackers, Oreos, or fresh fruit.
- Do not overmix after adding whipped topping to keep it airy.
- Add more peppermint extract for stronger flavor.