Description
This Chocolate Peanut Butter Dip is a luscious, creamy blend of peanut butter, cream cheese, and cocoa powder, sweetened perfectly with powdered sugar and balanced with milk and vanilla extract. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s a deliciously easy dessert or snack dip that’s ideal for parties, gatherings, or an indulgent treat with your favorite dippers like apple slices, pretzels, or cookies.
Ingredients
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Dip Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup milk (plus more if needed for consistency)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish (Optional)
- Mini chocolate chips
- Crushed peanuts
Instructions
- Mix the base ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, beat the peanut butter, cream cheese, and softened butter together with an electric mixer until the mixture becomes smooth and fluffy, ensuring a creamy texture for the dip.
- Add sweeteners and cocoa: Incorporate the powdered sugar and cocoa powder into the mixture, continuing to beat until all ingredients are fully combined and evenly mixed to create a rich chocolate flavor.
- Adjust consistency and flavor: Gradually pour in the milk and vanilla extract while beating the mixture. Continue adding milk one tablespoon at a time until the dip reaches your desired consistency—smooth and easy to dip.
- Prepare for serving: Transfer the finished dip to a serving bowl. If desired, garnish the top with mini chocolate chips or crushed peanuts to add texture and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately: Present the dip with an assortment of dippers such as apple slices, pretzels, graham crackers, or cookies for an enjoyable and crowd-pleasing snack or dessert.
Notes
- For a thinner consistency, add additional milk in small increments.
- This dip can be refrigerated for up to 3 days; bring to room temperature and stir before serving.
- Substitute cream cheese with a vegan alternative to make the recipe dairy-free.
- Try using crunchy peanut butter for extra texture.
- Perfect for parties, game nights, or as a sweet afternoon snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
