Dessert lovers everywhere will love this chocolate dip. With just 4 simple ingredients, you can create an easy treat that will satisfy all your cravings. Grab your favorite fruits, cookies, crackers, or pretzels and dive into the creamy goodness.
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I'm constantly on the lookout for creative ways to add fresh fruit to my day. And let me tell you, fruit dip is a total game-changer. Not only is it super easy to make, but it will satisfy your sweet tooth in a hurry.
Trust me, once you try this mouthwatering hot chocolate dip and refreshing lemon dip, you'll be reaching for more fruit like me.
I recently whipped up the most heavenly dark chocolate fruit dip that has completely stolen my heart. It's perfect for everything from freshly cut fruit to mini chocolate chipper cookies.
Why You Will Love This Chocolate Fruit Dip
This decadent yet easy-to-make chocolate dip will take all your favorite snacks to the next level! Not only is this delicious treat a hit at parties, but it's also the perfect treat when you're craving something sweet.
- You can make this sweet dip in just 10 minutes with only 4 simple ingredients.
- It's a fun way dip all the things. There’s no limit to what you can dunk into the chocolate goodness.
- It tastes like chocolate cheesecake. The creamy and smooth texture will have everyone coming back for more.
- It's the perfect sweet snack for parties and potlucks. No one can resist a creamy bowl of rich dark chocolate when it's on the dessert table.
Main Ingredients
With just four simple ingredients and a mixer, you can satisfy your sweet cravings in minutes with this chocolate dip recipe.
- Cream Cheese - For the best flavor and creamiest texture, use a full-fat variety. Lite cream cheese works too if you are wanting to save a few calories.
- Powdered Sugar - Sweetens the mixture and adds stability to the whipping cream as it gets mixed in.
- Cocoa Powder - I love using Hershey's dark cocoa powder because it adds such a dark rich color and flavor. Regular cocoa powder is fine too.
- Heavy Whipping Cream - Gives the dip a light fluffy texture when mixed in.
How to Make Chocolate Dip
Introducing the easiest chocolate fruit dip you'll ever make! In just 10 minutes, you'll have a deliciously creamy dip ready to enjoy. And trust me, it's so easy to devour - it'll disappear before you know it!
- Beat the cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Add the cocoa powder and whipping cream and slowly mix until everything is mixed in.
- Increase the speed on the mixer and beat until it is light and fluffy.
- Refrigerate for one hour to let the flavors develop and come together.
Things to Dip in Chocolate
We love serving this dark chocolate cheesecake dip with a variety of fruits and sweet crackers. Here are more fun ideas for enjoying the chocolate recipe in different ways.
- Crackers and Cookies - animal crackers, Nilla wafers, graham crackers, Oreos, Chips Ahoy
- Fruit - strawberries, cherries, raspberries, apple slices, bananas,
- Pretzels - twists, sticks, thins, waffles, chocolate covered, peppermint bark pretzels
- Marshmallows - large or minis
- Cake - Angel food cake, vanilla pound cake
- Breakfast - cherry waffles, banana pancakes
Storage Recommendation
Keep the cheesecake dip in a covered container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Before serving, stir it well to fluff it back up.
Tips and Tricks
- Soften the cream cheese. Make sure to set it out ahead of time. It's easier to beat it and mix in the other ingredients when it is soft.
- Mix slowly. Avoid mixing on high speed or else the powdered sugar and cocoa will make a mess.
- Add extra chocolate. Garnish the dip bowl with mini chocolate chips or chocolate curls.
- Make a dessert charcuterie board. Spoon the dip into 2-3 small bowls and place on a large tray. Arrange different fruits, crackers, cookies, marshmallows, and pretzels around the bowls.
FAQs
Yes, you can make it ahead of time and refrigerate it until time to serve. This gives it time to thicken and the flavors to come together better. Store it in a tightly sealed bowl for 1-2 days.
If refrigerated properly, the creamy chocolate dip will last 3-4 days. Stir it well before serving.
There are quite a few fruits that work well with a sweet dip. Some popular choices are bananas, strawberries, apples, pineapple, raspberries, and cherries.
More Dessert Dips
- Coconut Fruit Dip
- Caramel Yogurt Dip
- Lemon Cheesecake Fruit Dip
- Pumpkin Pie Dessert Hummus
- Cherry Chocolate Chip Dip
- Mudslide Dip
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Recipe
Chocolate Fruit Dip
Dessert lovers everywhere will love this chocolate dip. With just 4 simple ingredients, you can create an easy treat that will satisfy all your cravings. Grab your favorite fruits, cookies, crackers, or pretzels and dive into the creamy goodness.
Ingredients
- 1 - 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ¼ cup dark cocoa powder
- â…“ cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add the powdered sugar and beat again until smooth.
- Slowly add the cocoa powder and heavy whipping cream. Once it's mixed in, mix on high until light and fluffy.
- Serve with cookies, fruit, pretzels, marshmallows, or sweet crackers. Refrigerate in a sealed container.
Notes
- Soften the cream cheese. Make sure to set it out ahead of time. It's easier to beat it and mix in the other ingredients when it is soft.
- Mix slowly. Avoid mixing on high speed or else the powdered sugar and cocoa will make a mess.
- Add extra chocolate. Garnish the dip bowl with mini chocolate chips or chocolate curls.
- Make a dessert charcuterie board. Spoon the dip into 2-3 small bowls and place on a large tray. Arrange different fruits, crackers, cookies, marshmallows, and pretzels around the bowls.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 16 Serving Size: 2 tablespoonsAmount Per Serving: Calories: 98Total Fat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 46mgCarbohydrates: 9gFiber: 0gSugar: 7gProtein: 1g
Nutrition facts are an estimate and are not guaranteed to be accurate. If you need special diet advice, please see a registered dietician.
*This post was first published June 2016. It was updated and republished August 2023.
Nikki
What kind of cocoa powder do you use? And sweetened or unsweetened
Jocelyn
The recipe calls for dark cocoa powder. It is the unsweetened kind you find in the baking aisle. Hope you enjoy the dip!
William Parsons
Mmmmm.. That chocolate cheesecake dip looks so good.
Jocelyn
Thank you so much!!!
Maureen Blackburn
Love the new dark choc dip. Wish it would last long enough to get the fruit out of the fridge, but not this time. lol Isn't it great to have kids?
Jocelyn
Hahaha! Yes, I just ended up eating the dip by the spoonfuls instead of getting the fruit out! Gotta love it!
Cakespy
This dip is absolutely necessary. I want to eat it with a spoon 🙂
Jocelyn
A spoon is definitely the way to go with this dip! LOL!
Medeja
I could finish this alone!
Jocelyn
I'm not going to lie...I may have eaten this entire batch by myself 🙂
ColleenB.~Texas
Yum, Yum. Dips look Fantastic. Thank You
Jocelyn
Thank you!
Joanne
This dip would not last long in my house! 🙂
Jocelyn
That's very true! This dip is dangerous...in a good way!