Description
This Sweet Gingerbread Cheesecake Dip is a creamy, spiced dessert perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in. Featuring the warm flavors of ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and molasses, it combines smooth cream cheese and fluffy Cool Whip for a rich, indulgent dip that pairs wonderfully with graham crackers, ginger snaps, or fresh fruit.
Ingredients
Scale
Dip Ingredients
- 1 (8-oz) package cream cheese, room temperature
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 3 Tbsp molasses
- ¾ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- 1¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup Cool Whip, thawed
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese: In a medium bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy. This ensures there are no lumps and the base is perfectly fluffy.
- Add Sweeteners and Spices: Gradually add the powdered sugar, molasses, ground ginger, ground cloves, and ground cinnamon to the cream cheese. Continue mixing on medium speed until all ingredients are well combined and the mixture is smooth with the warm spices evenly distributed.
- Fold in Cool Whip: Gently fold the thawed Cool Whip into the cream cheese mixture using a rubber spatula. This lightens the dip and adds a fluffy texture while preserving the airy consistency of the whipped topping.
- Chill the Dip: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the dip to firm up slightly. Serve chilled.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve the gingerbread cheesecake dip with graham crackers, ginger snaps, apple slices, or pear slices for dipping. Enjoy as a festive dessert or party treat.
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the dip.
- Adjust the spices to your taste; add more ginger or cinnamon for extra warmth.
- For a dairy-free alternative, use dairy-free cream cheese and whipped topping.
- This dip can be made a day ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator.
- Serve with sturdy dippers like ginger snaps or biscotti to handle the creamy texture.
Keywords: Gingerbread Dip, Cheesecake Dip, Holiday Dessert Dip, Cream Cheese Dip, Spiced Dessert