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Hot Cocoa Dip Snowman

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This creamy hot cocoa dip is artfully shaped into a whimsical snowman, offering a festive and indulgent treat for winter gatherings. Made from a smooth blend of cream cheese, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and mini chocolate chips, it’s both easy and quick to prepare. The snowman is decorated with marshmallows, candy, and pretzel sticks for a playful touch. Serve with graham crackers, pretzels, or fresh fruit for a delightful party centerpiece that combines sweetness and creativity in every bite.

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Updated on Tue, 09 Dec 2025 12:35:00 GMT
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A whimsical, creamy dessert dip inspired by hot cocoa, shaped into a charming snowman—perfect for holiday gatherings and winter parties.

I enjoy making this fun snowman dip every winter; it delights guests and adds a playful touch to any party.

Ingredients

  • Cream Cheese Mixture: 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened, 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar, 1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy cream, 1/4 cup (30 g) unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/2 cup (90 g) mini chocolate chips, 1 tsp vanilla extract, Pinch of salt
  • Decoration: 2-3 large marshmallows (for snowmans body), Mini chocolate chips or black gel icing (for eyes, buttons, mouth), Orange candy or sprinkle (for nose), Pretzel sticks (for arms), Red licorice string or fruit leather (for scarf)
  • For Serving: Graham crackers, Pretzels, Fresh strawberries, Mini cookies, Apple slices

Instructions

Step 1:
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
Step 2:
Mix in heavy cream, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until fully combined and fluffy.
Step 3:
Fold in mini chocolate chips.
Step 4:
On a serving platter, form the cocoa dip into two balls (one larger, one smaller) to create the snowmans body and head, or use marshmallows for the body and spread the dip as the snow.
Step 5:
Decorate the snowman: use mini chocolate chips or gel icing for eyes, mouth, and buttons, an orange candy for the nose, pretzel sticks for arms, and licorice or fruit leather for the scarf.
Step 6:
Arrange dippers around the snowman. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
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This recipe always brings smiles and cozy moments with family during the holiday season.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder to the dip. Swap in mascarpone for cream cheese for a milder taste. Serve with a variety of dippers for color and fun. Leftovers can be refrigerated covered for up to 3 days.

Required Tools

Mixing bowl, Electric mixer or whisk, Rubber spatula, Serving platter

Nutritional Information

Calories 220, Total Fat 11 g, Carbohydrates 28 g, Protein 3 g per serving

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This hot cocoa dip snowman is a festive and fun way to enjoy dessert, making any winter gathering extra special.

Hot Cocoa Dip Snowman

Creamy cocoa dip molded into a snowman, perfect for holiday gatherings and winter celebrations.

Prep Time
20 Minutes
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Total Time
20 Minutes

Category: Fun Weekend Treats

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 8 servings

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Cream Cheese Mixture

01 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 1 cup powdered sugar
03 1/4 cup heavy cream
04 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
05 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
06 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 Pinch of salt

Decoration

01 2-3 large marshmallows
02 Mini chocolate chips or black gel icing for facial features and buttons
03 Orange candy or sprinkle for nose
04 Pretzel sticks for arms
05 Red licorice string or fruit leather for scarf

For Serving

01 Graham crackers
02 Pretzels
03 Fresh strawberries
04 Mini cookies
05 Apple slices

Instructions

Step 01

Prepare Cream Cheese Base: Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.

Step 02

Incorporate Additional Ingredients: Add heavy cream, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt; mix until fully combined and fluffy.

Step 03

Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold mini chocolate chips into the mixture.

Step 04

Form Snowman Shape: Shape the mixture into two balls—a larger base and a smaller head—or arrange marshmallows for the body with the dip spread as snow on a serving platter.

Step 05

Decorate Snowman: Use mini chocolate chips or black gel icing to create eyes, mouth, and buttons; place orange candy for the nose; insert pretzel sticks as arms; and wrap licorice or fruit leather as a scarf.

Step 06

Arrange Dippers and Serve: Surround the snowman with graham crackers, pretzels, strawberries, mini cookies, and apple slices. Serve immediately or refrigerate until serving.

Tools You'll Need

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Serving platter

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains dairy from cream cheese and heavy cream.
  • May contain gluten if wheat-based dippers are used.
  • Potential presence of soy or nuts in some candies and dippers; verify labels if allergies are a concern.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 220
  • Total Fat: 11 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 28 g
  • Protein: 3 g