Experience the magic of the holidays with Gingerbread Dip, a perfect treat for dessert. Whether you choose to pair it with the crispness of apple slices or the subtle snap of ginger cookies. Elevate any occasion into a decadent affair.
Dessert dips like Pumpkin Dip are perfect for the holidays for any spread and they go great on Dessert Charcuterie Boards. Try it also with a Fruit Tray.
What I Love About this Recipe
- Easy: Impress guests at gatherings with a quick and easy-to-prepare treat that embodies the essence of holiday indulgence without the hassle.
- Perfect for the Holidays: Immerse yourself in the festive spirit with the comforting and familiar taste of Gingerbread Spice, evoking cherished memories of the holiday.
- Make it Ahead: This delightful dip can be easily made ahead, allowing you to focus on enjoying the moment rather than last-minute preparations.
How to Make Gingerbread Cheesecake Dip
- Beat the cream cheese. In a large bowl, whisk the cream cheese until smooth, using a handheld mixer for approximately 2 minutes.
- Add the flavorings. Add the brown sugar, molasses, ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg, and sift in the powdered sugar (to avoid lumps) to the cream cheese and continue to beat until fully combined.
- Fold in the whipped cream. Use a rubber spatula to fold in the Whipped Cream until fully incorporated. Add gingerbread man sprinkles if desired.
- Serve. Place the dip into a serving bowl and serve with your choice of graham crackers, pretzels, gingersnaps, vanilla wafers, or Ritz crackers.
Make-Ahead and Storage Information:
- To Make-Ahead: Prepare this dip up to 4 days in advance, following the instructions but excluding the sprinkles. Before serving, give it a quick stir, transfer to a bowl, and top with sprinkles. Enjoy the convenience without compromising freshness!
- To Store: Store the dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. If there are leftovers and you’ve already added sprinkles, simply stir them into the mixture. Add more if you intend to serve it again.
Gingerbread Cheesecake Dip Recipe
Equipment
- Handheld Mixer
- Rubber Spatula
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
- 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Molasses
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Ginger
- 1/8 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar
- 4 ounces Whipped Cream or Cool Whip
- 1 tablespoon Sprinkles optional
Instructions
- Beat the cream cheese. In a large bowl, whisk the cream cheese until smooth, using a handheld mixer for approximately 2 minutes.
- Add the flavorings. Add the brown sugar, molasses, ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg, and sift in the powdered sugar (to avoid lumps) to the cream cheese and continue to beat until fully combined.
- Fold in the whipped cream. Use a rubber spatula to fold in the Whipped Cream until fully incorporated. Add gingerbread man sprinkles if desired.
- Serve. Place the dip into a serving bowl and serve with your choice of graham crackers, pretzels, gingersnaps, vanilla wafers, or Ritz crackers.
Notes
Make-Ahead and Storage Information:
- To Make-Ahead: Prepare this dip up to 4 days in advance, following the instructions but excluding the sprinkles. Before serving, give it a quick stir, transfer to a bowl, and top with sprinkles. Enjoy the convenience without compromising freshness!
- To Store: Store the dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. If there are leftovers and you’ve already added sprinkles, simply stir them into the mixture. Add more if you intend to serve it again.
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This post was originally published on December 16th 2020, modified on October 19th, 2022, and updated in Novemeber 2023.