Brownie Batter Dip Gluten-Free (Printable)

Creamy chocolate spread with peanut butter and cocoa, ideal for dipping fruits and snacks.

# What Goes In:

→ Base

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
03 - 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (optional)

→ Sweeteners

04 - 1/2 cup brown sugar
05 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
06 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

→ Chocolate

07 - 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
08 - 1/3 cup gluten-free mini chocolate chips

→ Dairy

09 - 1/4 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)

→ Salt

10 - 1/4 tsp fine sea salt

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, unsalted butter, and peanut butter (if using) until smooth and creamy.
02 - Add brown sugar, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract to the mixture. Beat until fully integrated.
03 - Sift in the cocoa powder and sprinkle in the sea salt. Mix thoroughly until uniform.
04 - Gradually pour in milk while beating until the dip reaches a creamy, dippable texture.
05 - Gently fold the gluten-free mini chocolate chips into the dip.
06 - Transfer to a serving bowl, garnish with extra chocolate chips if desired, and serve with gluten-free fruit slices, pretzels, or cookies.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It satisfies a chocolate craving in under ten minutes without turning on the oven.
  • The texture is silky and rich, like actual brownie batter but safe to eat straight from the bowl.
  • It works for gluten-free guests without tasting like a compromise.
  • You can make it nut-free or dial up the richness with peanut butter depending on your mood.
02 -
  • Softening the cream cheese and butter fully is non-negotiable, cold chunks will leave you with a lumpy dip no matter how long you beat it.
  • Sifting the cocoa powder prevents bitter pockets and keeps the texture silky instead of gritty.
  • Don't skip tasting before you add the milk, you can always thin it but you can't thicken it easily once it's too loose.
03 -
  • Use a hand mixer instead of a spoon, it makes the dip impossibly fluffy and cuts your effort in half.
  • Chill the dip for thirty minutes before serving if you want it to hold its shape better on a platter.
  • Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top just before serving for a sweet-salty contrast that feels fancy.
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