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☃️Holiday Recipe: Christmas Cookie Dip

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Christmas Red & Green Sweet Dip for Cookies 🎄

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When the holiday rush hits and you need a festive dessert fast, this 4-Ingredient Christmas Cookie Dip is your secret weapon!

It’s creamy, sweet, and guaranteed to bring cheerful flavor to any gathering.

Made with cream cheese, frosting, and Cool Whip, this incredibly easy recipe whips up in minutes to achieve a smooth, light, and craveable texture.

Topped with vibrant red and green sprinkles, it instantly transforms any table into a Christmas celebration!

Perfect for family movie night, game night, or a large holiday party, this is a crowd-pleasing dessert that kids and adults alike will love dipping into.

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FAQs: Mixer, Kids, and Make-Ahead Tips 🥣

Get your questions answered quickly so you can start mixing this festive treat!

Do I Need to Use a Mixer?

Yes, a mixer is highly recommended!

For the creamiest, smoothest texture, use a stand mixer or a hand mixer to fully incorporate the cream cheese, frosting, and Cool Whip.

It is possible to mix by hand, but it will not be as light and fluffy.

Is This a Good Recipe for Kids to Help With?

Absolutely!

Kids can easily help gather ingredients, crush cookies for dipping, and, most importantly, add the festive sprinkles on top.

Adult supervision is required for using the mixer.

Can This Dip Be Made Ahead of Time?

Yes, this dip is perfect for making ahead!

Prepare the dip, cover it tightly with plastic wrap, and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Wait to add the sprinkles until just before serving for the best, most vibrant presentation.

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Christmas Cookie Dip Recipe 🎄🍪

Prep time: 10 minutes ⏰
Total time: 10 minutes
Yield: 4 Servings

🍪 Ingredients (4 Simple Items!)

🥄 Supplies

  • Stand Mixer or Hand Mixer (Essential for a smooth, creamy texture!)
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Serving Bowl

➡️Instructions

  1. Soften the Base: Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened before starting—this prevents lumps!
  2. Mix Until Creamy: Add the cream cheese, vanilla frosting, and Cool Whip to the mixing bowl. Use the mixer to beat the ingredients until the mixture is completely smooth, light, and airy.
  3. Transfer: Pour the creamy mixture into your serving bowl.
  4. Garnish & Serve: Just before serving, generously top the dip with red and green Christmas sprinkles. Serve immediately with sugar cookies, shortbread, or graham crackers! 🎉

Dipping Ideas & Holiday Color Swaps 🎉

This sweet dip is incredibly versatile! Use these tips to customize the dippers and transform the dip for any occasion throughout the year.

Best Dippers

  • Cookies: Sturdy cookies are best! Classic options include sugar cookies, shortbread, vanilla wafers, and gingerbread cookies.
  • Crackers: For a less sweet pairing, use graham crackers or waffle cones for scooping.
  • Fruit: Try dipping slices of apple or strawberry for a slightly healthier, fruit-forward option.

Holiday Color Swaps

The base dip recipe stays the same—just change the sprinkles to match your theme!

  • Valentine’s Day: Use pink, red, and white heart-shaped sprinkles. 💘
  • St. Patrick’s Day: Swap to green and gold sprinkles. 🌈
  • Mardi Gras: Use traditional purple, green, and yellow sprinkles. 🟣🟢🟡
  • Game Day: Customize the sprinkles to match your favorite team’s colors! 🏈⚽⚾🏀

Ready to Whip Up Some Holiday Cheer? 🎉

This 4-ingredient dessert dip is the perfect solution for busy holiday hosting—it’s fast, creamy, and can be made days ahead of time!

Don’t forget to check out the Dipping Ideas & Holiday Color Swaps section for inspiration on year-round use!

What cookies did you serve with your dip, or did you try adapting it for another holiday?

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Sprinkles Recipes

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