St Patricks Mint Chocolate Chip (Printable)

Creamy mint and chocolate chip dip, ideal for festive celebrations and sweet pairings.

# What Goes In:

→ Dairy

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - ½ cup heavy cream
03 - ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened

→ Sweeteners

04 - ½ cup granulated sugar
05 - ¼ cup powdered sugar

→ Flavorings & Color

06 - 1 teaspoon pure mint extract
07 - ⅛ teaspoon green food coloring, optional
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Add-ins

09 - ⅔ cup mini chocolate chips

→ For Serving

10 - Graham crackers, chocolate cookies, vanilla wafers, or fresh fruit for dipping

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
02 - Add the granulated sugar, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Continue beating until well combined.
03 - Pour in the heavy cream and mint extract, then beat until the mixture is fluffy and light.
04 - If using green food coloring, add it and mix until the desired festive shade is reached.
05 - Fold in the mini chocolate chips with a spatula until evenly distributed throughout the dip.
06 - Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Garnish with extra mini chocolate chips or a sprinkle of green sugar if desired.
07 - Serve immediately with dippers of choice, or refrigerate for up to 24 hours before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required
  • Festive green color perfect for St. Patrick's Day celebrations
  • Creamy, fluffy texture that's both light and indulgent
  • Kid-friendly dessert that doubles as a party centerpiece
  • Pairs wonderfully with graham crackers, cookies, or fresh fruit
  • Easy to customize with different extracts or mix-ins
02 -
  • Make sure cream cheese and butter are at room temperature for easiest mixing and smoothest texture
  • Use pure mint extract rather than imitation for the best, most authentic flavor
  • Mini chocolate chips distribute better than regular-sized chips in this creamy dip
  • Chill the dip for 30-60 minutes before serving for firmer consistency and better scooping
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
  • Always check chocolate chip packaging for allergen warnings if serving guests with nut allergies
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