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Nadia James

Peppermint Cheesecake Dessert Dip

A no-bake minty dessert dip with a creamy cheesecake-style base.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting / chilling / cooling 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American-inspired
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract start small
  • 1 cup thawed whipped topping
  • 2 tablespoons finely crushed candy canes

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

  1. Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
  2. Beat in peppermint extract, starting with less if the brand is very strong.
  3. Gently fold in thawed whipped topping so the dip stays fluffy.
  4. Refrigerate at least 20 minutes and add candy cane crumbs just before serving.

Notes

  • Wait to sprinkle candy canes until the end so they stay crunchy.
Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container up to 3 days; avoid prolonged room-temperature display.
Serving pairing: Offer chocolate wafers, graham crackers or strawberries.