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Table of Contents
- What’s in this easy Cookie Dough Dip recipe?
- Is cookie dough dip safe to eat?
- Do you have to use butter?
- What type of chocolate chips should you use?
- What to serve with cookie dough dip?
- Equipment, Storage, and Serving
- More fun dessert dips
- How to make cookie dough dip
- Recipe
You guys. Thiscreamy dessert dip simply had to be made.
And can you blame me? It’s a cookie dough recipewe’re talking about here. And graham crackers. Or maybe pretzels, if thatsweet and salty combo is your thing.
As for the dip itself, it has a very sweet, rich flavor, which makes it a prime candidate for a crowd-pleaseing dip that’ll be requested for every potluck or movie night.
It’s an easy dessert dip you can whip up in a flash and can be made in advance.
What more could you ask for?
What’s in this easy Cookie Dough Dip recipe?
Before you can serve up this utterly indulgent cookie dough dip, you’ll need to collect the following ingredients:
- Unsalted Butter: Acts as the base fat that provides richness and creaminess to the dip. The unsalted variety allows you to control the salt level. Softening it makes it easier to blend with other ingredients.
- Cream Cheese: Adds a tangy flavor and contributes to the creamy texture. Softening it ensures smooth blending.
- Light Brown Sugar: Offers sweetness with a hint of molasses flavor. Packing the sugar ensures accurate measurement and a richer taste.
- Salt: Enhances the flavors of the other ingredients. A pinch is just enough to make the flavors pop without making the dip salty.
- Vanilla Extract: Provides a subtle aromatic quality that complements the sweetness and adds depth to the overall flavor.
- Powdered Sugar: Adds additional sweetness and helps thicken the dip. Its fine texture ensures a smooth consistency.
- Chocolate Chips: Introduces chocolatey goodness, making the dip reminiscent of cookie dough. The type of chocolate (milk, semi-sweet, dark) can be adjusted according to personal preference.
- Graham Crackers: Serve as the preferred dipping medium. Their sweetness and crunch provide a contrast to the creamy, smooth texture of the dip.
Is cookie dough dip safe to eat?
Absolutely, cookie dough dip is safe to eat. Unlike traditional cookie dough, this dip doesn’t contain raw eggs or raw flour, which are the usual culprits for foodborne illness. So go ahead and indulge without worry!
Do you have to use butter?
Great question! Butter is often a key player in cookie dough dip for its rich flavor and creamy texture. However, if you’re looking to cut back a bit, one of your fellow readers successfully reduced the butter from 1/2 cup to 1/3 cup without sacrificing the dip’s deliciousness. So, while butter does add a certain richness, you have some wiggle room if you’d like to use a bit less.
What type of chocolate chips should you use?
For your cookie dough dip, you have the flexibility to use milk, semi-sweet, or dark chocolate chips. But if you’re looking for a brand that elevates this dessert dip, I’d recommend Ghirardelli. In my experience, it’s a game-changer in terms of flavor and texture. It melts smoothly, avoids that chalky feel, and delivers a rich, authentic taste. While it’s a bit pricier, the quality justifies the cost. You can find Ghirardelli’s range, including their white chocolate options, in most grocery stores or online.
What to serve with cookie dough dip?
After making as many dessert dips as I have, you start to get a feeling for what goes best with these ultra-creamy treats.
Below are some of my best suggestions. Feel free to try one (or as many) as you like!
- Graham Crackers: A classic choice that’s crunchy and mildly sweet.
- Nilla Wafers: Light and buttery, perfect for creamy dips.
- Golden Oreos: A lighter Oreo option that’s vanilla-flavored and creamy.
- Animal Crackers: Mildly sweet and fun, suitable for all ages.
- Biscoff Cookies: Adds a European flair with its spiced and crunchy texture.
- Sugar Cookies: A simple and sweet canvas for the dip.
- Snickerdoodles: Cinnamon-spiced and chewy, a comforting choice.
- Apple Slices: Crisp and slightly tart, great for balancing rich dips.
- Strawberries: Adds a fresh and juicy element.
- Pretzels or Pretzel Rods: Classic and versatile, the quintessential salty snack.
- Ritz Crackers: Buttery and salty, offering a savory twist.
- Marshmallows: A cloud-like, fluffy experience.
- Cubes of Pound Cake: Dense and buttery, like a sponge for dips.
Equipment, Storage, and Serving
What Equipment Will You Need?
Stand Mixer or Hand Mixer: To beat the butter and cream cheese until fluffy. A stand mixer is more convenient for hands-free mixing, but a hand mixer works just as well.
Large Mixing Bowl: Needed if you’re using a hand mixer, but also useful for combining ingredients if you’re using a stand mixer that doesn’t have a detachable bowl.
Spatula, Measuring Cups, etc.: To accurately measure out ingredients like butter, brown sugar, and powdered sugar.
Can You Make The Consistency Firmer?
This dip is made using softened butter and cream cheese to make mixing easier, and it also makes for an especially creamy dip. However, if you’d like the dip to be a bit firmer, put it in the serving bowl of your choice and refrigerate for 1-3 hours, checking the consistency until it’s as firm as you’d like it to be.
Can you make this dip in advance?
Absolutely! To save time, prepare the dip up to two days ahead and store it in a sealed bowl in the fridge. Before serving, let it sit out briefly to soften.
How Long Will Prepared Cookie Dough Dip Stay Fresh?
Prepared cookie dough dip will stay fresh for up to 3-5 days when stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Can you freeze cookie dough dip?
Although butter and cream cheese are okay to refrigerate, but dairy can be tricky to freeze. Their texture tends to get grainy and unappealing once they thaw. Because of this, I do not recommend freezing this dip. Plan on enjoying it while it’s freshly made.
How long can you leave out a dessert dip?
When it comes to appetizers and desserts like dips, it’s crucial to be mindful of how long they’ve been sitting out at room temperature. The general guideline is to avoid leaving perishable items in what’s known as the “danger zone” for more than two hours. The “danger zone” typically refers to temperatures at or slightly above room level, which is how you’ll likely serve this dip.
As the festivities continue, it’s a smart move to return the dip to the fridge after it’s been out for two hours. If the dip is still in high demand, give it a 30-minute chill session in the fridge before it makes its encore appearance.
For those of you interested in the nitty-gritty of food safety, the USDA’s Food Safety Basics offers some valuable insights, particularly about this so-called “danger zone.”
More fun dessert dips
Cherry Cheesecake Dip
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Chocolate Fruit Dip
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Red Velvet Dip
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Pina Colada Fluff
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Tiramisu Dip
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Cake Batter Dip
How to make cookie dough dip
This next part is only a photo tutorial of the recipe steps. If you’re looking for the full recipe measurements and instructions, scroll down to Recipe Details.
Step 1 –Using a stand mixer (or hand mixer + large bowl), add butter and cream cheese. Whip them together on medium-high speed until ultra creamy.
Step 2 –Stop the mixer and add in brown sugar, salt, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar, then whip again until smooth.
Step 3 – Stop the mixer again and toss in the chocolate chips. Use a spatula to gently stir together.
Step 4 – Serve dip and enjoy!
Recipe
Cookie Dough Dip
4.10 from 171 votes
Author: Chrisy Toombs
Time: 10 minutes mins prep
Servings: 10 servings
Dazzle your guests by serving up dessert first with this ultra-creamy chocolate chip cookie dough dip recipe. It’s also eggless and no bake!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (* see recipe notes)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips, type of your choice (I used milk chocolate)
- graham crackers, for dipping
Instructions
Using a stand mixer (or a hand mixer + large bowl), beat butter and cream cheese on medium speed until fluffy, about 2 minutes.
1/2 cup unsalted butter, 8 ounces cream cheese
Reduce mixer speed to low and add brown sugar, salt, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar. Mix until thoroughly combined, about 3-5 minutes.
1/3 cup light brown sugar, 1 pinch salt, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Remove bowl from mixer. Using a spatula or spoon, fold in chocolate chips until chips are evenly dispersed.
3/4 cup chocolate chips
Serve dip immediately with graham crackers for dipping.
graham crackers
Video
Notes
* Some commenters have suggested using1/3 cup butter. I tried this version and also liked it, so it’s a solid option if you’d like to go a little easier on the butter.
Nutritional Information
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 279kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 86mg | Potassium: 41mg | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 620IU | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 0.3mg
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