If you love cozy winter treats, you should try this Hot Cocoa Dip. It's creamy and chocolatey, just like hot chocolate but as a dip. Made with only a few ingredients, it's quick to prepare. Perfect for holiday parties, movie nights, or whenever you want something fun and festive.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Comes together in minutes with no bake dessert dip steps.
- Uses simple ingredients you probably already have!
- Perfect for holiday season entertaining. Just add your favorite dippers!
- A sweet dip that pairs with both salty snacks and sweet cookies. It is great with pretzels!
- Tastes just like a cup of hot chocolate, but extra creamy and cold.
Ingredients Needed to Make Hot Cocoa Dip
Here's what you'll need to make this easy hot cocoa dip recipe:
- whipped topping (thawed)
- marshmallow fluff (or marshmallow creme) - gives that fluffy, sweet texture.
- hot cocoa mix - use your favorite brand hot chocolate packets.
- mini chocolate chips - plus extra for topping.
- mini marshmallows - plus extra for topping. You can use marshmallow bits instead.
- Graham crackers, animal crackers, cookies, pretzels, or fresh fruit - for dipping.
How to Make Hot Cocoa Dip
This easy dessert comes together in just a few steps:
- In a large bowl, stir together the whipped topping and hot cocoa mix until smooth and well combined. (A hand mixer or stand mixer makes this step even quicker!)
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips and mini marshmallows.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle the top of the dip with extra mini marshmallows and chocolate chips. Add festive sprinkles or even a dusting of cocoa powder if you like.
- Serve with your favorite dippers and store leftovers in the fridge.
Dippers for Hot Cocoa Dip
One of the best parts about this creamy hot cocoa dip is all the fun ways you can serve it! Here are some personal favorites:
- Graham crackers
- Vanilla wafers
- Biscoff cookies
- Oreos (golden and mini chocolate)
- Animal crackers
- Chocolate chip cookies
- Apple slices or other fresh fruit
- Pretzels for a salty-sweet combo
- Large or mini marshmallows (dunking marshmallows is a fun way to eat this dip!)
Tips for the Best Hot Cocoa Dip
- For extra creaminess, mix in a splash of heavy whipping cream or a tablespoon of two of cold cream cheese.
- Add crushed candy canes on top or a drop of peppermint extract for a festive twist.
- Sprinkle chocolate shavings, festive sprinkles, or add lots of mini marshmallows over the top of the dip to make it party-ready.
- Use plastic wrap to cover the serving bowl if you're making it ahead and store in the refrigerator.
- This dip is best served at room temperature-that's when it's fluffiest and easiest to scoop.
Storage
Store any leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If it firms up, let it sit out at room temperature for a little bit before serving again.
More Sweet Dips and Easy Desserts
If you love this hot chocolate dessert, here are a few more festive treats you'll enjoy:
- Christmas Ritz Cracker Cookies
- Christmas White Trash Recipe with Almond Bark
- M&M Pretzels
- White Christmas Slice
📖 Recipe
Hot Cocoa Dip
Equipment
Ingredients
- 8 ounces whipped topping - thawed
- 7.5 ounces marshmallow fluff
- 2 packets hot cocoa mix
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips - plus more for topping
- ½ cup mini marshmallows - plus more for topping
- Assorted dippers: graham crackers - cookies, pretzels, fruit
Instructions
- Stir together whipped topping and hot cocoa mix in a large bowl until smooth.
- Fold in chocolate chips and mini marshmallows.
- Transfer to a serving bowl, topping with extra chocolate chips and mini marshmallows.
- Serve with graham crackers, animal crackers, cookies, pretzels, or fresh fruit.
Notes
- Add crushed candy canes or a drop of peppermint extract for a festive twist.
- Sprinkle chocolate shavings, festive sprinkles, or a cup of mini marshmallows over the top of the dip to make it party-ready.
- Use plastic wrap to cover the serving bowl if you're making it ahead.
- This dip is best served at room temperature-that's when it's fluffiest and easiest to scoop.
Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimate based on third-party calculations. Actual values may vary due to ingredients, measurements, and serving sizes.
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