Did you know that peppermint is actually a cross between watermint and spearmint? Regardless of its botanical origins, peppermint is a positively perfect flavor to use in your special holiday recipes. In this delectable dip, you’ll find creamy cheese, whipped topping, white chocolate chips and a sprinkling of crushed peppermint candies, for a delightful “minty cheesecake” taste. Of course, you can use anything you want to scoop and serve it, but nothing beats chocolate-covered pretzels. Hello, holiday potluck — your new favorite dessert is here!
Peppermint Cheesecake Dip
Ingredients
- 8 oz. Neufchâtel cheese, softened
- 8 oz. lite whipped topping
- 1/3 cup organic powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp. peppermint flavoring
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- Peppermint candy, crushed
- 2 cups chocolate covered pretzels
Instructions
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In bowl, whip together cream cheese, whipped topping, powdered sugar and peppermint flavoring.
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Stir in white chocolate chips.
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Spoon into serving dish and top with crushed peppermint candies.
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Serve with chocolate-covered pretzels for dipping.
Recipe Notes
Switch up the flavors for any season! Replace the peppermint with orange zest and serve with vanilla wafers for a citrus flavor.
Nutrition facts are for the dip only, not including the chocolate-covered pretzels.
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