Hot Cocoa Dip Snowman (Printable)

A creamy cocoa dip formed into a playful snowman, ideal for holiday parties and cozy winter treats.

# What You Need:

→ Cream Cheese Mixture

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1 cup powdered sugar
03 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
04 - 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
05 - 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt

→ Decoration

08 - 2 to 3 large marshmallows
09 - Mini chocolate chips or black gel icing (for eyes, buttons, mouth)
10 - Orange candy or sprinkle (for nose)
11 - Pretzel sticks (for arms)
12 - Red licorice string or fruit leather (for scarf)

→ For Serving

13 - Graham crackers
14 - Pretzels
15 - Fresh strawberries
16 - Mini cookies
17 - Apple slices

# Steps:

01 - Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
02 - Incorporate heavy cream, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt, blending until fully combined and fluffy.
03 - Gently fold mini chocolate chips into the mixture.
04 - On a serving platter, shape the dip into two balls—one larger and one smaller—for the body and head, or arrange marshmallows as the body and spread the dip as snow.
05 - Use mini chocolate chips or gel icing for eyes, mouth, and buttons; orange candy for the nose; pretzel sticks for arms; and licorice or fruit leather for the scarf.
06 - Place graham crackers, pretzels, strawberries, mini cookies, and apple slices around the snowman and serve immediately or refrigerate until ready.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Creamy and festive dessert dip
  • Fun and interactive holiday treat
02 -
  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder to the dip
  • Serve with a variety of dippers for color and fun
03 -
  • Swap mascarpone for cream cheese for a milder taste
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated covered for up to 3 days
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