Introduction

This Creamy Gingerbread Dip brings the warm, cozy flavors of the holidays into a smooth and delicious treat. Perfect for parties or a festive snack, it pairs wonderfully with cookies or crackers for dipping.

A white bowl filled with a thick, creamy light brown mixture that has a smooth, whipped texture. The mixture is swirled on top with defined folds and peaks. Scattered on the surface are small, festive red, white, and brown sprinkles shaped like tiny gingerbread men, snowflakes, and round red balls. A light-colored waffle piece is partially submerged on the right side, standing upright with its waffle grid texture visible. The bowl sits on a white marbled surface with a blurred red cloth in the background. 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: Using an electric mixer, beat together the cream cheese, molasses, brown sugar, and powdered sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Step 2: Stir in the cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Step 3: Gently fold in the Cool Whip until the dip is thoroughly mixed and fluffy.
Step 4: Refrigerate the dip until you are ready to serve.
Step 5: Just before serving, sprinkle your choice of festive sprinkles on top for a colorful, seasonal touch.
Step 6: Serve with mini Nilla Wafers, waffle cone pieces, animal crackers, or graham crackers for dipping.

Tips & Variations

For a dairy-free version, use a non-dairy cream cheese and whipped topping.
Adjust the spices to your taste—add more ginger for extra warmth or a dash of allspice for complexity.
If you prefer a less sweet dip, reduce the brown and powdered sugars slightly.
Try adding a splash of vanilla extract to enhance the creamy 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 to restore its creamy texture. This dip is best enjoyed chilled and should not be left out at room temperature for extended periods.

How to Serve

A close-up view of a rich, thick, light brown mousse-like dessert served in a white bowl with a smooth, glossy surface. The mousse is whipped into a soft, swirling mound that rises above the bowl's rim. On top, there are small, flat gingerbread-shaped sprinkles in brown, little white snowflake-shaped sprinkles, and round red candy-like decorations scattered evenly over the top layer. The bowl sits on a textured beige fabric with a deep red cloth in the blurred background and a white marbled surface beneath. 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 prepared a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve. This also allows the flavors to meld nicely.

What can I use for dipping if I don’t have crackers?

Besides crackers, fresh fruit like apple slices or pears, pretzels, or even gingerbread cookies make excellent dippers with this flavorful gingerbread dip.

Creamy Gingerbread Dip Recipe

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This Creamy Gingerbread Dip is a festive and flavorful treat perfect for holiday gatherings. It combines smooth cream cheese and molasses with warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves, folded together with light non-dairy whipped topping for a luscious texture. Serve it chilled alongside cookies or crackers for a delightful seasonal appetizer or dessert.

Author: zara
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: Approximately 8 servings 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 tbsp molasses
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp powdered sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp ground ginger
1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
Small pinch ground cloves
1 (8 oz.) container Cool Whip non-dairy whipped topping

Garnish (optional)

Gingerbread men sprinkles
Snowflake sprinkles
Christmas non-pareil sprinkles

Serving Suggestions

Mini Nilla Wafers
Waffle cone pieces
Animal crackers
Graham crackers

Instructions

Mix Cream Cheese and Sugars: With an electric mixer, beat together the cream cheese, molasses, brown sugar, and powdered sugar until the mixture is well combined and smooth, ensuring no lumps remain.
Add Spices: Stir in the ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, and a small pinch of ground cloves evenly throughout the mixture to develop the signature gingerbread flavor.
Fold in Cool Whip: Gently fold the Cool Whip non-dairy whipped topping into the spiced cream cheese mixture until thoroughly combined, maintaining a light and fluffy texture.
Chill the Dip: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dip until ready to serve, allowing the flavors to meld and the dip to firm up slightly.
Garnish and Serve: When serving, sprinkle your choice of gingerbread men sprinkles, snowflake sprinkles, or Christmas non-pareil sprinkles on top for a festive touch. Serve the dip with mini Nilla Wafers, waffle cone pieces, animal crackers, or graham crackers for dipping.

Notes

Room temperature cream cheese ensures a smooth dip without lumps.
Molasses provides the classic rich gingerbread flavor; do not substitute with dark corn syrup.
For a dairy-free version, use a non-dairy cream cheese alternative if preferred.
Keep the dip refrigerated until serving to maintain texture.
Sprinkles are optional but add a festive look perfect for holiday parties.
Try pairing with fresh apple slices or pretzels for added dipping variety.

Keywords: gingerbread dip, holiday dip, cream cheese dip, festive appetizer, no-cook dessert dip