Description
Creamy cherry chocolate chip dip brings Mediterranean dessert vibes to your party table. Sweet cream cheese blends with fresh cherries and chocolate chips, creating an irresistible spread you’ll want to dive into with graham crackers or cookies.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) light cream cheese (neufchatel cheese), softened
- ½ cup (113 grams) butter, softened
- ¾ cup (90 grams) powdered sugar
Flavor Enhancers:
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
- 6 tablespoons finely chopped maraschino cherries
Garnish:
- ½ cup (heaping) (85 grams) mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Blend softened cream cheese and butter in a mixing bowl, using a hand mixer to create a velvety, uniform consistency.
- Gradually incorporate powdered sugar and almond extract, whipping the mixture until it becomes light and thoroughly integrated.
- Gently introduce chopped cherries and chocolate chips, carefully folding them through the creamy base to ensure even distribution.
- Transfer the luxurious dip to a serving dish, accompanied by an array of dipping companions such as crisp graham crackers, delicate vanilla wafers, or vibrant fresh fruit slices.
Notes
- Opt for room temperature cream cheese and butter to ensure a smooth, lump-free texture that blends seamlessly.
- Adjust sweetness by gradually adding powdered sugar, tasting as you go to achieve your perfect balance.
- Gently fold cherries and chocolate chips to maintain their integrity and prevent over-mixing.
- Chill the dip for 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavor melding and create a firmer consistency.
- Elevate presentation by garnishing with extra chocolate chips or a sprinkle of chopped cherries on top.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, allowing flavors to develop and intensify.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg