Introduction

This Creamy Gingerbread Dip is a festive and flavorful treat perfect for holiday gatherings. Smooth, spiced, and sweet, it pairs wonderfully with a variety of dippable snacks. It’s quick to prepare and sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

A smooth, thick light brown mousse or cream sits in a white bowl, filled almost to the top. The surface has a slightly swirled texture, topped with small, flat gingerbread man-shaped sprinkles in brown and white, along with tiny round red sprinkles scattered evenly over the top. The bowl rests on a textured beige cloth with a white marbled background seen in soft focus. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

8 oz. cream cheese, at room temperature
3 tablespoons molasses
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon powdered sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
small pinch ground cloves
1 (8 oz.) container Cool Whip non-dairy whipped topping
Gingerbread men sprinkles, snowflake sprinkles, or Christmas non-pareil sprinkles, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: With an electric mixer, beat together the cream cheese, molasses, brown sugar, and powdered sugar until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
Step 2: Stir in the ground cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves until evenly incorporated.
Step 3: Gently fold in the Cool Whip until the dip is thoroughly mixed and fluffy.
Step 4: Refrigerate the dip until ready to serve, allowing the flavors to meld.
Step 5: Just before serving, sprinkle your choice of gingerbread men sprinkles, snowflake sprinkles, or Christmas non-pareil sprinkles on top for a festive touch.
Step 6: Serve with mini Nilla Wafers, waffle cone pieces, animal crackers, or graham crackers for dipping.

Tips & Variations

For a lighter dip, you can substitute half of the cream cheese with mascarpone or ricotta cheese.
Add a splash of vanilla extract to enhance the sweetness and aroma.
Use dairy whipped cream instead of Cool Whip if you prefer a richer texture.
Try different spices like allspice or cardamom for a unique twist on the classic gingerbread flavor.

Storage

Store the dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Before serving again, give it a gentle stir. It’s best enjoyed chilled, but if it’s too firm, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften.

How to Serve

A red bowl filled with thick, creamy, light brown mousse or dip with a smooth, swirled texture on top, decorated with tiny festive sprinkles shaped like gingerbread men, snowflakes, and small red balls scattered evenly over the surface. A woman's hand is gently dipping a small, round cookie into the mousse, creating a soft indentation. The bowl sits on a textured beige cloth, all placed against a blurred background with warm colors, on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this dip ahead of time?

Yes, this dip can be made a day in advance. Simply cover and refrigerate until ready to serve to allow the flavors to develop.

What can I use for dipping besides cookies?

In addition to cookies, try fresh fruit slices like apples or pears, pretzels, or even ginger snap crackers for a delicious contrast of flavors and textures.

Creamy Gingerbread Dip Recipe

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This Creamy Gingerbread Dip is a festive and deliciously spiced dessert dip, perfect for holiday gatherings. Made with smooth cream cheese, rich molasses, warm spices, and light non-dairy whipped topping, it offers a creamy texture with the classic flavors of gingerbread. Serve it chilled with an assortment of cookies or crackers for a fun and easy party treat.

Author: Cleo
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: About 2 cups, serves 8-10 1x
Category: Dip
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Dip Ingredients

8 oz. cream cheese, at room temperature
3 tablespoons molasses
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon powdered sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
small pinch ground cloves
1 (8 oz.) container Cool Whip non-dairy whipped topping

Garnish (Optional)

Gingerbread men sprinkles, snowflake sprinkles, or Christmas non-pareil sprinkles
Mini Nilla Wafers, waffle cone pieces, animal crackers, or graham crackers (for dipping)

Instructions

Mix the base: With an electric mixer, beat together the cream cheese, molasses, brown sugar, and powdered sugar until the mixture is well combined and smooth, ensuring there are no lumps.
Add spices: Stir in the ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, and a small pinch of ground cloves to infuse the dip with warm gingerbread flavors.
Fold in whipped topping: Gently fold in the Cool Whip non-dairy whipped topping until it is thoroughly mixed with the spiced cream cheese mixture, maintaining a light and airy texture.
Chill the dip: Refrigerate the dip until ready to serve. This chilling step helps meld the flavors and firm up the texture for easy dipping.
Garnish and serve: At serving time, sprinkle the top of the dip with festive sprinkles such as gingerbread men, snowflakes, or Christmas non-pareils, if desired. Serve alongside mini Nilla Wafers, waffle cone pieces, animal crackers, or graham crackers for dipping.

Notes

Allow cream cheese to soften to room temperature to ensure smooth mixing.
Adjust sweetness by varying molasses and sugars according to taste preference.
For a dairy-free/vegan option, use dairy-free cream cheese in place of regular cream cheese.
Keep refrigerated and consume within 2-3 days for best freshness.
The dip pairs wonderfully with ginger snap cookies for an extra spice hit.

Keywords: Gingerbread Dip, Holiday Dip, Festive Dip, Cream Cheese Dip, Christmas Dessert, Molasses Dip, Spiced Dip