Description
A sweet and festive peppermint dessert dip, perfect for holiday gatherings and celebrations.
Ingredients
- One 8-ounce package of cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 7-ounce jar of 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
- Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar in a medium bowl on medium speed for 1–2 minutes until silky-smooth.
- Add marshmallow fluff, defrosted whipped topping, and peppermint extract. Beat for 1–2 minutes until airy. Do not overmix.
- Drizzle 5–6 drops of red gel food coloring and gently fold in with a spatula to create pink swirls. Add more for deeper color if desired.
- Scrape down bowl sides, cover, and chill in fridge at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Before serving, sprinkle crushed candy cane pieces on top.
Notes
- Pairs well with chocolate graham crackers, Oreo cookies, or fresh fruit.
- Do not overmix after adding whipped topping to keep it airy.
- Add extra peppermint extract for more intense flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American