Candy Cane Peppermint Dip

5 from 1 vote

Candy Cane Peppermint Dip is a holiday treat that tastes like Christmas in every bite! It blends cool peppermint, cream cheese and fluffy whipped topping into a sweet dip everyone loves.

Prep Time15

Total Time15

Course: Appetizers, Dips

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Candy Cane Dip, Peppermint Dip, Sweet Dips

Servings: servings

Calories: 196kcal

Author: Debi Morgan | Easy Party Dips

Equipment

electric mixer
mixing bowls
spatula
serving bowl and spoon

Ingredients

8 ounces cream cheese, full fat softened
¾ cup powdered sugar
½ teaspoon peppermint extract
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 to 2 cups whipped topping thawed
¼ cup candy canes, crushed divided
¼ cup mini white chocolate chips or sub crushed peppermint bark
whole mini candy canes for garnish

Instructions

Combine the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar in a large bowl and beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is completely smooth.
Mix in the peppermint extract and vanilla extract on low speed until the flavors are fully blended.
Fold in the whipped topping with a silicone spatula until the dip becomes fluffy.
Stir in most of the crushed candy canes and the white chocolate chips (or use crushed peppermint bark).
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, cover it and chill for at least one hour so the flavors can mingle.
Garnish with the remaining crushed candy canes and whole candy canes before serving.

Notes

Soften the cream cheese completely for the smoothest texture.
Crush the candy canes right before using so they stay crunchy.
Fold the whipped topping gently to keep the dip fluffy.
Chill the dip before serving to enhance both flavor and texture.
Store any leftover Candy Cane Peppermint Dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.

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